Grilled Mediterranean Herb Pork Chops
Ingredients List
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2 teaspoons dried sage, crumbled
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2 teaspoons dried rosemary leaves, crumbled
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1 ½ teaspoons salt
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
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½ teaspoon white sugar
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1 bay leaf, crumbled
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4 bone-in pork rib chops (not pork loin chops) - at least 1/2-inch thick
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⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Cooking Instructions
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Combine sage, rosemary, salt, thyme, fennel, sugar, and bay leaves in a bowl until evenly mixed.
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Rub the herb mixture over both sides of the pork chops and drizzle with olive oil. Cover and refrigerate for a few hours or overnight to marinate.
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Preheat your grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grill grates.
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Grill the pork chops until they are nicely browned, with visible grill marks, and the meat is cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. For safety, check with a meat thermometer—the internal temperature should reach at least 145°F (63°C) when inserted into the thickest part of the chop.
Chef's Tip
If you prefer broiling to grilling, simply preheat your broiler in Step 3 and adjust the oven rack to about 4 inches from the heat source. Arrange the pork chops on a broiler pan and broil them until they are golden brown with crispy edges, around 4 minutes per side. Use an instant-read thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the thickest part of the chop reaches at least 145°F (63°C).
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 386 | Calories |
| 29g | Fat |
| 2g | Carbs |
| 28g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 386 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 29g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat 6g | 32% |
| Cholesterol 84mg | 28% |
| Sodium 944mg | 41% |
| Total Carbohydrate 2g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
| Total Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 28g | 57% |
| Vitamin C 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium 39mg | 3% |
| Iron 2mg | 11% |
| Potassium 417mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5