Thai Pork Chops

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Infuse your weeknight dinner routine with bold flavors by preparing these mouthwatering Thai Pork Chops. Marinated in a harmonious blend of soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic, ginger, and a hint of red chili, these pork chops are a perfect balance of sweet, savory, tangy, and spicy. After soaking up the vibrant marinade, they’re pan-seared to golden perfection, creating a tantalizing crust while locking in their juiciness. Ready in just over 30 minutes of active cooking, this easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve these tender, flavor-packed pork chops with a side of steamed jasmine rice or a refreshing cucumber salad, and garnish with fresh cilantro for a restaurant-worthy presentation. Packed with Thai-inspired flavors, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 35 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 4 pieces Pork chops
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
• 1 Red chili, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or canola)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. In a medium bowl, prepare the marinade by whisking together soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic, ginger, red chili, salt, and black pepper.

2. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and place them into a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the pork chops, ensuring they are evenly coated.

3. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap. Marinate the pork chops in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, but preferably 2-4 hours for the best flavor.

4. Heat the neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the pork chops from the marinade, letting the excess drip off, and sear them for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown.

5. Flip the pork chops and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

6. Turn off the heat and let the pork chops rest in the skillet for 5 minutes to lock in the juices.

7. Garnish the pork chops with fresh cilantro and serve hot with steamed jasmine rice or a crisp cucumber salad.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (175.8g)

Calories		364
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		21.1 g	27%
	Saturated Fat	5.6 g	28%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		72 mg	24%
Sodium		1608 mg	70%
Total Carbohydrate		17.2 g	6%
	Dietary Fiber	0.7 g	3%
	Total Sugars	14.1 g
Protein		24.3 g	49%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		29 mg	2%
Iron		1.4 mg	8%
Potassium		505 mg	11%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 762 cal (53.5%%)

Protein: 388 cal (27.2%%)

Carbs: 274 cal (19.3%%)