GRILLED PORK CHOPS WITH BALSAMIC CARAMELIZED PEARS
The recipe transforms thin supermarket pork chops into an unforgettable-juicy-tender-flavor-packed-lip-smacking pork experience. A combination of brining, marinating, and saucing. All can be prepared ahead except for the last 5 minutes of grilling.
Provided by OSORKIN
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes
Time 2h6m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, stir together the water, kosher salt, and sugar. Add pork chops to this brine, and let them soak for no more than one hour. Drain and discard the brine. Pat pork chops dry with paper towels.
- In a shallow dish, stir together the olive oil, garlic, and rosemary. Place pork chops in the dish, and turn to coat. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 or 2 hours.
- Pour the balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, and cook until reduced by 1/2, about 10 minutes. When the vinegar cools, it should be the consistency of syrup.
- Melt butter with olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high or high heat. Add the onions and pears, and quickly brown being careful to keep the wedges intact. Once the onions and pears are browned, reduce heat to low, and cook for about 7 minutes, or until tender. Stir in the reduced vinegar and salt. The recipe can be prepared up to this point several hours before grilling.
- Preheat the grill for medium-high heat.
- Warm pears on a cool section of the grill (in the skillet), while placing the pork chops over the hot part. Cook pork for about 3 minutes per side, or to desired doneness. Remove to a serving plate, cover with aluminum foil and let rest for a few minutes. Uncover, top with the pear onion sauce, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.2 g, Cholesterol 50.2 mg, Fat 30.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 5252.1 mg, Sugar 15.5 g
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MilkaToca
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. The pork chops were elegant and delicious, and the pears were a beautiful and tasty addition. I served them with a side of asparagus, and it was a perfect meal.
Tina Cook
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook pork chops, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The balsamic glaze and caramelized pears were a delicious and unique combination. I'll definitely be making this again.
Musa Anjam
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The pork chops were elegant and delicious, and the pears were a beautiful and tasty addition. I served them with a side of roasted vegetables, and it was a perfect meal.
Lizbeth Pineda
[email protected]I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The pork chops were tender and juicy, and the pears were perfectly caramelized. I served them over mashed potatoes, and it was a delicious meal.
Bula Quade
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The pork chops were cooked quickly, and the pears were a nice way to add some extra flavor.
Habib Sharif8963
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about the pork chops and pears. I'll definitely be making this again.
Eldaman Shop
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The pork chops were cooked to perfection, and the balsamic caramelized pears were a delicious and unique addition. I'll definitely be making this again.
Dragon tokes
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pork chops, but I really enjoyed these. The balsamic glaze and caramelized pears made all the difference.
Rose Kamau
[email protected]I love pork chops, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The balsamic glaze is so flavorful, and the pears are a great way to add some sweetness to the dish.
Waleed Afzal
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. The pork chops were elegant and delicious, and the pears were a beautiful and tasty addition.
Beya Kd
[email protected]I've never cooked pork chops before, but this recipe made it so easy. The chops were cooked perfectly, and the pears were a nice touch.
Anthony Olivia
[email protected]These pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the balsamic caramelized pears were the perfect accompaniment. I served them over rice, and it was a delicious and easy meal.