Grilled pork chops served with roasted Brussels sprouts and mixed greens on light blue plates, accompanied by two glasses of red wine and a small bowl of salt on a wooden table.
Main Course Kosher Salt Recipes

Brined Grilled Pork Chops

Soaking the pork chops in Morton Kosher Salt and water penetrates the the meat beyond the outside for a savory bite.
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Ingredients Instructions

Key Information

Dish Type

Main Course

Time

Prep: 15 minutes

Cook: 15 minutes

Difficulty

easy

Serves

4

Ingredient List

Ingredients and measurements.

  • 1/4 cup Morton kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 2 cups cold apple juice
  • 3 sprigs thyme, crushed in your hands
  • 4 bone-in pork chops, each about 1 inch thick (about 3 lbs total weight)
  • Olive oil, for brushing

Cooking Instructions

Step-By-Step Cooking Information and Guidance

Step 1

Bring 1 cup of water to a boil, then pour into a pot or bowl large enough to hold the pork chops.

Step 2

Add Morton Kosher Salt, sugar, and peppercorns and stir until dissolved.

Step 3

Add 2 cups of ice cubes and stir until the mixture is well-chilled.

Step 4

Stir in the 2 cups apple juice and the thyme.

Step 5

Add the pork chops, submerging them in the brine (cover them with a plate to keep them submerged in the brine).

Step 6

Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or up to overnight.

Step 7

When ready to grill, remove the pork chops from the brine and pat dry with paper towels. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Step 8

Meanwhile, prepare a gas or charcoal grill for medium-high indirect heat. Clean the grill grates.

Step 9

Brush both sides of the pork chops with olive oil.

Step 10

Sear the chops directly over the fire until nicely charred and grill-marked, turning once or twice and with the grill covered when not turning, about 6 minutes.

Step 11

Using grilling tongs, transfer the chops to the cooler side of the grill.

Step 12

Cover the grill and continue to cook, turning as needed, until the chops register 150F on a meat thermometer (for medium), about 10 minutes longer.

Step 13

Remove from the grill and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Tips For Success

Tips for success:

  • You can also use 4 boneless center-cut pork chops (2 lbs total weight), but reduce the brining time to 4 hours.
  • As a substitute for a brush, simply drizzle the olive oil on the meat and spread with fingers or a spoon.

Morton Products USED IN THIS RECIPE

Our products that bring this dish together
Morton Kosher Salt Flakes packaging, 48 oz (3 lb), featuring the brand logo and a graphic of a girl with an umbrella, highlighting trusted quality since 1848. Ideal for cooking and seasoning.

Kosher Salt Flakes 48 oz

Textured Salt To Enhance The Flavor In Any Dish.   Long enjoyed by chefs for its taste, texture and ease of use, Morton Kosher Salt Flakes is considered a fundamental ingredient that can be used to bring out the natural flavors of a wide variety of dishes. The coarse texture of Morton Kosher Salt makes it easy to grab and sprinkle just the perfect amount, allowing you to easily control the amount of salt you add to all your cooking. The compact flakes perfectly adhere to food for ideal flavor enhancement. Morton Kosher Salt Flakes is Kosher certified for use in preparing kosher meals.

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