Well now, if you ever thought pork chops were a bit dry and tough, let me tell you a little secret. There’s a way to cook ’em so good, you’ll be lickin’ your fingers and askin’ for more. I got this teriyaki pork chops recipe that’s simple and tasty. You ain’t gotta be no chef to make it either, just a few ingredients and a little patience, and you got yourself a meal that’ll fill you up real good.
Ingredients you’ll need:
- 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless, your choice)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or any oil you got handy)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice (if you ain’t got fresh, canned works just fine)
- 1/4 cup honey (or more, depending on how sweet you like it)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- Pineapple slices for garnish (optional, but adds a nice touch)
How to make ’em:
First thing’s first, you wanna get your pork chops all ready. If you got bone-in chops, make sure they’re about an inch thick. If you don’t, boneless works just as well. Now, heat up a little olive oil in a big ol’ skillet over medium heat. Once it’s hot, throw your pork chops in there. Let ‘em cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side. You ain’t lookin’ to cook ‘em all the way through, just get a nice little brown on the outside.
While your chops are cookin’, let’s work on that teriyaki sauce. In a little bowl, mix together your soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and that pineapple juice. If you like a bit of zing, add a little ground ginger in there too. Stir it all up till it’s nice and smooth. When your pork chops got that golden color on ‘em, pour the sauce over ‘em, making sure they’re all coated up real good.
Now, lower the heat to a simmer, cover the skillet, and let it cook for another 15 to 20 minutes. You want them chops to soak up all that good flavor and get tender. If you got a meat thermometer, you’re lookin’ for the pork to reach about 145°F inside, but don’t worry too much. Just keep an eye on ‘em, and they should be fine.
Once they’re done, take ‘em out and let ‘em rest for a few minutes before you serve ‘em up. I like to add a few pineapple slices on top, it gives a nice little sweet and tangy bite, but that’s up to you.
Tips to make ’em even better:
- If you want the sauce thicker, just take the chops out and let the sauce cook down a bit on its own. You can also add a little cornstarch mixed with water to thicken it up fast.
- Don’t forget to season your pork chops with salt and pepper before cooking. It gives ‘em a little more flavor, especially if you’re not using a marinade.
- If you want to get fancy, serve the chops with some steamed rice or a side of roasted veggies.
Why this works:
The trick to making pork chops juicy is all in the cooking method. I know a lot of folks think you gotta cook ‘em slow and low for hours, but sometimes, high heat and a short cook time is all you need. The teriyaki sauce helps to lock in that moisture and adds a lot of flavor. Plus, you got the sweetness from the honey and pineapple, making it just right.
So there you go! This teriyaki pork chop recipe is easy, quick, and most importantly, tasty. Give it a try next time you’re lookin’ to cook up something different, and I guarantee you’ll be askin’ for seconds.
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