Pork Loin Chop Marinade Old South African
Infuse your meals with the bold and vibrant flavors of South Africa with this Pork Loin Chop Marinade, an Old South African classic. This recipe combines tender pork loin chops with a robust marinade featuring soy sauce, red wine vinegar, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of brown sugar for sweetness. Spices like smoked paprika, ground coriander, cumin, and dried thyme, along with optional peri-peri sauce, impart a smoky and tangy heat that’s irresistibly savory. Perfectly marinated for 4 to 8 hours, the chops are grilled to golden perfection, delivering tender, juicy meat with every bite. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, these pork chops pair wonderfully with sides like grilled vegetables or a fresh salad, making them a standout choice for family dinners or gatherings. Discover a taste of South African tradition with this easy yet deeply flavorful recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork loin chops
- 60 ml soy sauce
- 30 ml red wine vinegar
- 30 ml olive oil
- 15 ml fresh lemon juice
- 30 g brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 10 g smoked paprika
- 5 g ground coriander
- 5 g ground cumin
- 5 g dried thyme
- 5 g black pepper
- 10 g salt
- 15 ml peri-peri sauce (optional, for heat)
- 30 ml water
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, red wine vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, and water until well combined.
Add the brown sugar, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground coriander, ground cumin, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt to the bowl. If desired, stir in the peri-peri sauce for added heat.
Mix the marinade thoroughly until the sugar and spices have fully dissolved and are evenly distributed.
Place the pork loin chops in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chops, ensuring they are fully coated.
Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap, and marinate in the refrigerator for 4 to 8 hours. For best results, turn the chops halfway through marinating to ensure even flavor infusion.
Preheat a grill, skillet, or broiler to medium-high heat.
Remove the pork loin chops from the marinade and let any excess marinade drip off. Discard the used marinade.
Grill or cook the chops for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Avoid overcooking to maintain juiciness.
Rest the chops for 5 minutes before serving, allowing the juices to redistribute for maximum tenderness and flavor.
Serve with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad, and enjoy the taste of South Africa!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2377 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.5 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.1 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 632 mg | 211% | |
| Sodium | 6899 mg | 300% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.9 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.1 g | ||
| Protein | 210.0 g | 420% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 331 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 4245 mg | 90% | |
*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.
