Sweet and Savory Grilled Pork Chops with Pineapple
A Twist on Classic Teriyaki
Looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a summer evening? Look no further! This sweet and savory grilled pork chops recipe combines the richness of teriyaki sauce with the freshness of pineapple, all in under 45 minutes.
The Magic of Teriyaki Sauce
The key to this recipe lies in the homemade teriyaki sauce, made with just five ingredients: soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic. By simmering these ingredients together, you’ll create a rich, slightly syrupy sauce that’s perfect for marinating and glazing your pork chops.
Marinating Made Easy
To make the most of your teriyaki sauce, simply place your pork chops in a large zippered plastic bag, pour in half of the sauce, and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight. This will allow the flavors to meld together beautifully, resulting in tender, juicy chops.
Grilling to Perfection
Once your pork chops are marinated, it’s time to fire up the grill! Prepare a charcoal grill for medium-high heat, then arrange the chops on one side and the pineapple slices on the other. Cover the grill and cook, turning occasionally, until the chops are nicely seared and cooked to medium (about 145–150°F) and the pineapple slices are nicely grill-marked.
The Finishing Touches
Transfer the chops and pineapple slices to a platter, tent with foil, and rest for 10 minutes. Finally, garnish with sesame seeds and serve with steamed rice, passing the reserved teriyaki sauce on the side.
Recipe Details
Yield: 4 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 45 minutes, plus at least 8 hours marinating time
Active Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 bone-in pork rib chops, each about 1 inch thick
- 4 thick slices fresh pineapple
- 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish
- Steamed rice, for serving
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