Great Meal Ideas on How to Cook Pork Chops

Learning how to cook pork chops on the grill is not difficult at all and can also be a lot of fun, especially when trying new and creative recipes. Plus, cooking food outdoors eliminates standing in a hot kitchen and the inevitable dirty dishes that follow, meaning more time to visit with guests and family.

First, prepare the grill. One tip on how to cook pork chops is to make sure the barbecue is very hot. Another tip is to use rubs, marinades, or cream bases to prevent the chops from drying out. There are several varieties of marinades on the market that taste fantastic, but if you want a homemade marinade, it’s very easy to make. First, mix two tablespoons of teriyaki or soy sauce in a bowl with three tablespoons of honey or brown sugar. Add a pinch of cayenne, turmeric, and fresh or powdered ginger. You can also add a quarter cup of pineapple chunks with the juice. Then add six to eight pork chops and let sit in the marinade for thirty minutes to several hours, depending on when they are going to be grilled. Place the meat on the grill and turn when browned. Serve with potato pancakes and applesauce.

Dried rubs are popular as a seasoning for spare ribs, but are also sold for grilling chicken and other types of pork or beef. A homemade recipe, on how to cook pork chops with a rub, is to combine dried rosemary, crushed lavender, ginger powder, and dried lemon peel. Add a teaspoon of sea salt and black pepper. Moisten about six lean, boneless pork chops, then press the rub onto each one. Pat on both sides until completely covered. Place on grill and cook until evenly browned on both sides and meat is no longer pink. Several vegetables go well with pork, and they include sweet potatoes, carrots, snap peas, asparagus, okra, and green beans. Baked beans are also a great side dish. Others are baked potato with butter and sour cream, rice pilaf, seasoned turnip greens with bacon or ham, and coleslaw.