There is something truly comforting about a meal that balances sweet and savory flavors perfectly, and these sticky pork chops do exactly that. By allowing the meat to marinate in a fragrant blend of soy, honey, and aromatic spices, you ensure every bite is tender and bursting with flavor. This is an ideal dish for a slow Sunday afternoon when you want a gourmet-quality dinner with minimal active cooking time.
Recipe Details
- Yields: 4
- Prep Time: 3 hours
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 min
Ingredients
- 4 Pork chops
- 2 heaped tbsp Set honey
- 3 Garlic cloves, crushed
- Soy sauce
- Ginger (thumb sized piece), sliced
- 1 tbsp Chinese Five Spice
Instructions
- Select a shallow container and pour in enough soy sauce so that it will reach about halfway up the sides of your pork chops without completely covering them.
- Whisk the honey into the soy sauce until the mixture is smooth and fully combined, then stir in the crushed garlic, sliced ginger, and the Chinese five spice.
- Place the pork chops into the marinade, ensuring you flip them over so both sides are coated.
- Cover the container tightly with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator to marinate for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- After the initial time has passed, take the dish out of the fridge to flip the chops once more. Cover them again and return to the refrigerator for an additional 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Coat a pan with a little olive oil and set it over medium heat. Once warm, add the pork chops and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the meat is fully cooked through.
- Remove the chops from the heat and allow them to rest for several minutes. This helps the juices redistribute before you slice and serve them.
Give this flavorful recipe a try the next time you want to bring a taste of something special to your dinner table.
