Gold Coast Pork Chops
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with these irresistible Gold Coast Pork Chops! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and aromatic ginger, these bone-in pork chops are seared to golden perfection before being bathed in a luscious glaze made from tangy pineapple juice, sweet honey, and savory soy sauce. The glaze caramelizes beautifully as it simmers, creating a rich, flavorful sauce with just a hint of heat from red pepper flakes and a zesty kick of fresh lime juice. Finished with a sprinkle of vibrant cilantro and served with lime wedges, these chops are a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Quick enough for a weeknight dinner yet impressive enough for entertaining, pair these tropical-inspired pork chops with fluffy rice or roasted vegetables for a crowd-pleasing meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.33 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 4 pieces lime wedges
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, ground cumin, ground ginger, and garlic powder.
In a small bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, honey, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, and lime juice. This will serve as the glaze.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the pork chops to the skillet.
Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on each side, ensuring a golden-brown crust forms.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour the prepared glaze over the pork chops and let them simmer in the sauce for 10-12 minutes, flipping them occasionally to coat evenly.
Check the internal temperature of the pork chops with a meat thermometer; they should reach 145°F (63°C). Remove them from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving and garnish with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Serve the Gold Coast Pork Chops with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
358 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.9 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 508 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.3 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 430 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
