Grilled Mongolian Pork Chops

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 boneless pork loin chops (1 inch thick), 1.25 lbs total
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Vegetable oil, for greasing

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the pork chops to the marinade and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Brush the grill grates with vegetable oil.
4. Remove the pork chops from the marinade and discard the marinade.
5. Grill the pork chops for 7-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and caramelized around the edges.
6. Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 pork chop)

• Calories: 300
• Fat: 15g (8g saturated)
• Cholesterol: 90mg
• Sodium: 800mg
• Carbohydrates: 25g (4g sugar)
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and juicy pork chops with a slightly crispy exterior
• Sweet and savory flavor with a hint of ginger
• Perfect for grilling and entertaining

User Comments:

• "These pork chops were absolutely delicious! The marinade was so flavorful and the meat was cooked to perfection."
• "This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing. I love the combination of the honey and brown sugar in the marinade."
• "These pork chops are a crowd-pleaser. I served them at a dinner party and everyone raved about them."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have time to marinate the pork chops overnight, you can marinate them for as little as 30 minutes.
• Be careful not to overcook the pork chops, as they will dry out.
• Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as grilled vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.