Herb Brined Pork Chops Recipes

BRAISED HERB PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• Combine the first 8 ingredients; rub over both sides of pork chops. In a Dutch oven, brown chops in oil for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, saute onions and garlic for 2 minutes. Add carrots and broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat., Return chops to pan. Cover and bake at 325° until meat and vegetables are tender, 1-1/2 to 2 hours. If desired, thicken pan juices. Serve with potatoes and if desired, top with chopped fresh thyme. Freeze option: Cool pork mixture. Freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through slowly in a covered skillet until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145°, stirring occasionally.

HERB-BRINED PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• Put all the brining ingredients in a large saucepan with 1 litre of water and bring to the boil. Remove from the heat and leave to cool completely. Once cooled, put the chops in the brine, cover with cling film and leave in the fridge for 2 hrs. Remove the chops from the brine, rinse under the cold tap and pat dry with kitchen paper.
• Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Heat a large griddle pan over a high heat and fry the pork chops for 3-4 mins each side or until starting to char - you may need to do this in 2 batches. Transfer to a baking tray lined with foil and roast for 10-12 mins until cooked through.

HERB BRINED PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• 1. Add salt, brown sugar, bay leaf, rosemary, peppercorns, and hot water to a large bowl or dish. Stir all ingredients so that everything is dissolved.
• 2. Add the pork and after allowing the mixture to cool add ice.
• 3. Chill for at least 1 hour, or for up to 2 days in the refrigerator. 4. Preheat the oven to 400F. Place a cast iron, stainless steel, or other ovenproof skillet in the oven on the center rack.5. Take the pork out of the refrigerator and remove the meat from the brine solution. Pat the meat dry, season it with additional salt and pepper, and set it on the counter until the oven is ready. Discard the brine. 6. When the oven reaches 400F, carefully remove the hot skillet and place it over medium-high heat on the stovetop, leaving the oven on. Add the olive oil to the pan and lay the pork chops in the center about an inch apart. Sear for about 3 minutes, or until the undersides of the pork chops have a golden crust. **7. Flip the pork chops and immediately place the pan in the oven. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the center of the pork chops is just barely pink and registers 140-145F on an instant read thermometer. 8. Place the pork chops on a plate and tent with foil while you plate the rest of your meal.
• 9. While the pork is resting, grill apples for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until fork tender.
• 10. Serve grilled pork with grilled apples and fresh sauerkraut.
• Note: You can keep leftover pork covered in the fridge for sandwiches the next day!
• *If using outdoor grill or Phillips Indoor Smokeless Grill, cook pork chops about 8 minutes on each side or until internal temperature of the pork reaches 140 degrees F with a meat thermometer

GRILLED FRESH HERB BRINED PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• In a bowl add the brown sugar, kosher salt and apple cider. Stir to dissolve.
• Add 2 cups of cold water to the bowl. Add two tablespoons of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, pepper, rosemary branches and bay leaves.
• Place the pork chops into a large sealable plastic bag. Place this plastic bag into another of equal size to offer extra safety. The plastic bags can be standing in a large pot to make it more secure. Pour the brine overtop of the chops and seal the plastic bags. Place in the refrigerator to rest for a minimum of 4 hours up to overnight.
• After the required time has passed, remove the pork chops from the brine and place on a large tray. Pat them dry with paper towel and dispose of the brine. The pork chops have to come to room temperature before grilling.
• Preheat the barbecue to 500°F/250°C with heat on one side of the grill and no heat on the other.
• Lightly brush both sides of the pork chops with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Sear the pork chops over direct high heat for 6 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking time. Lower the temperature to 300°F/150°C and move the chops to the cool side of the grill.
• Continue to cook the pork chops over indirect medium heat for about 8 minutes per side with the lid closed.
• Once the juices run clear, take the pork chops off the grill and tent with aluminium foil. Allow to rest before serving.

HERB BRINED AND CRUSTED THICK CUT PORK CHOPS (GLUTEN-FREE)

Steps:

• Make the Brine: Pour 2 cups of hot tap water in a large resealable plastic bag or bowl. Add the salt and sugar stirring to dissolve. Add the remaining 2 cups of cold water. Whisk in the garlic, Italian seasoning, and pepper. If using the plastic bag for brining, add the chops to the bag, seal, set the bag on a baking sheet or into a bowl and refrigerate. If using a container (just big enough to hold the chops in a flat layer), place the chops in a single layer and pour the brine over them. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours. Prepare the Herb Crust: While the chops are brining, make the herb crust. In a medium bowl combine the breadcrumbs, parsley, chives, Parmesan, and pepper. Mix together until evenly blended. Pour the seasoned crumbs onto a shallow pie pan or plate. After brining, remove the chops from the brine and pat dry with paper towels. Lightly smear both sides with either the mustard or mayonnaise and dredge in the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, pressing to be sure they adhere. Set on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to rest for about 10 minutes. This helps the crust stay on the chops. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Cook the Pork Chops: Heat the oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium high heat. When it is shimmering, add the chops being careful not to knock the crust off. Cook until the bottom is browned, about 2 minutes. Use tongs to carefully flip the chops over and cook another 2 minutes or until the second side is browned. Slide the skillet into the hot oven and bake for 5 to 15 minutes* or until an instant read thermometer inserted in the center registers 142°F to 145°F. Remove from the skillet and let rest about 5 minutes before serving. Garnish the plate with orange slices and serve.

PORK BRINE FOR GRILLED PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• Combine all Brine ingredients and pour over pork in a zip lock plastic bag.
• Be sure pork is totally immersed.
• Refrigerate 12- 24 hours. Rotate bag a few times.
• Rinse pork.
• Place on heated grill (350 degrees)
• Grill until meat reaches 145 degrees

ORANGE-BRINED PORK CHOPS WITH HERB RUB

Steps:

• In large nonmetal bowl, combine all brine ingredients; mix well. Add pork chops. Cover bowl; refrigerate 6 to 8 hours to marinate. In small bowl, combine all remaining ingredients; mix well. Set aside.
• Heat grill. Remove pork chops from brine; discard brine. Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Rub brown sugar-herb mixture into both sides of pork chops.
• When ready to grill, place pork chops on gas grill over medium-high heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium-high coals. Cook 20 to 25 minutes or until no longer pink in center, turning once.

HERB BRINED PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• Add salt, brown sugar, bay leaf, rosemary, peppercorns, and hot water to a large bowl or dish. Stir all ingredients so that everything is dissolved.
• Add the pork and after allowing the mixture to cool add ice.
• Chill for at least 1 hour, or for up to 2 days in the refrigerator.
• Preheat the oven to 400F. Place a cast iron, stainless steel, or other ovenproof skillet in the oven on the center rack.
• Take the pork out of the refrigerator and remove the meat from the brine solution. Pat the meat dry, season it with additional salt and pepper, and set it on the counter until the oven is ready. Discard the brine.
• When the oven reaches 400F, carefully remove the hot skillet and place it over medium-high heat on the stovetop, leaving the oven on. Add the olive oil to the pan and lay the pork chops in the center about an inch apart. Sear for about 3 minutes, or until the undersides of the pork chops have a golden crust.
• 7. Flip the pork chops and immediately place the pan in the oven. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the center of the pork chops is just barely pink and registers 140-145F on an instant read thermometer.
• Place the pork chops on a plate and tent with foil while you plate the rest of your meal.
• While the pork is resting, grill apples for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until fork tender.
• Serve grilled pork with grilled apples and fresh sauerkraut.

SIMPLE BRINE RECIPE FOR PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• MAKE COLD BRINE SOLUTION: Add all brine solution ingredients to large food-grade bag (e.g. ziploc) or a glass or stainless steel large bowl. Stir or squish bag until salt and sugar are dissolved (30 seconds). Note 1.
• BRINE PORK CHOPS: Add pork chops to bag or bowl ensuring they are fully submerged in the brine solution. Place in fridge. For thinner pork chops (1/2 inch/0.27cm or less), brine for 30-60 minutes. For thicker chops, brine 1-2 hours.
• FINISH AND CONTINUE WITH PORK CHOP RECIPE: Remove from brining bag or bowl and discard brine. Rinse pork chops under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels. Continue with pork chop recipe.