How to Make Grilled Pork Chops
These marinated pork chops are delicious with a hint of citrus.
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You Will Need
- 6 pork chops
- Coarse salt
- Fresh pepper
- ¼ c. plus 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
- 3 cloves garlic, with skin, crushed
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 orange
- Juice of 1 orange
- 5 sprigs rosemary
- Olive oil
- A baking dish with lid
- A platter
Steps
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Step 1
Season
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt and pepper. Then place them in the baking dish.
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Step 2
Mix
Mix together the olive oil, orange zest, lemon zest, orange juice, and rosemary in a small bowl.
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Step 3
Coat chops
Pour the mixture over the chops, turning them to coat. Then add the garlic and cover tightly.
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Step 4
Marinate
Let the chops marinate overnight in the refrigerator. Then remove them from the marinade and let them sit on a platter for 30 minutes.
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Pork chops should be at room temperature before grilling.
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Step 5
Prepare grill
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Oil the grate to create a nonstick surface.
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Step 6
Grill
Grill the chops until they're cooked to medium, about 4 minutes. Then transfer them to a platter and let them sit for 10 minutes before serving.
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Step 7
Enjoy
Drizzle the chops with olive oil and serve with your favorite sides.
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Some pig breeds have been genetically modified to make their meat as healthy as seafood.
