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Pork chop marinade in a brown bowl, placed on a white table.

Pork Chop Marinade

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Elevate your pork chops with our delicious marinade! Just whisk the ingredients together, let the chops soak for 1-8 hours, and then cook them to perfection. This versatile, tasty marinade is customizable to your preferences—get ready to enjoy pork chops like never before!
Course Seasonings and Marinades
Cuisine American, Asian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Servings 3 servings
Calories 218
Author Sangeetha Vel

Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • ¾ tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

Making Pork Chop Marinade

  • Start by gathering all the ingredients listed in the ingredients section. Then, add all the ingredients into a glass bowl.
    A bowl with pork chop marinade ingredients.
  • Whisk the mixture thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well combined and evenly distributed.
    A bowl with pork chop marinade.
  • Place the pork chops in a ziplock bag and pour in the marinade. Seal the bag and gently massage the marinade into the pork chops to coat them evenly. Allow the pork to marinate for anywhere from 1 to 8 hours, depending on how deep you want the flavors to be. If you prefer, you can also use a bowl to marinate the pork chops for convenience.
    A ziplock bag with Pork chops marinated in a marinade.

Cooking

  • Cook the marinated pork chops using your preferred method—grill, pan-sear, or air fry. Enjoy your deliciously flavored chops cooked to perfection!
    Pork chops with marinade served in a black bowl.

Notes

Here are my top tips to help you make the perfect Pork Chop Marinade:
  • Balancing Flavor: Feel free to adjust the quantities of soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar to find the perfect balance of sweet and savory that suits your taste.
  • Garlic Love: Tailor the amount of garlic to your taste, whether you prefer a gentle hint or a strong garlic presence.
  • Salting: I haven't included salt in this marinade because soy sauce already adds enough saltiness. However, feel free to season the pork chops with salt while cooking, or add it to the marinade if you prefer. Just make sure you don't over salt the pork chops.
  • Marinade Penetration: To help the marinade penetrate deeper into the pork chops, lightly score the meat before marinating. This creates more surface area for the marinade to enhance the flavor effectively.
  • Marinating Time: To infuse the pork chops with maximum flavor, let them marinate for at least 1 hour, but no more than 8 hours in the refrigerator.
  • Mixing Methods: While a bowl is a good option, consider using a zip-lock bag for better marinade coverage and a mess-free experience.
  • Versatile Pairing: Don’t just stick to pork—this marinade is fantastic on chicken, lamb, and seafood, offering delicious variety for your cooking adventures.
  • Safety First: Remember to discard any marinade that has been in contact with raw pork to maintain food safety.
  • Cooking Tip: Cook your pork chops to the recommended internal temperature of 145°F, as advised by the USDA, and let them rest for 10 minutes to lock in the juiciness and flavor.
  • Serving Tip: Pair your beautifully cooked and marinated pork chops with sides like white or basmati rice, a selection of roasted vegetables, or a fresh cucumber salad to create a balanced and satisfying meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Sodium: 1719mg | Potassium: 114mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg

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