Asian Brined Pork Chops

Pork Chop Brine

A brine is basically a liquidy solution to marinate pork chops. Pork chop brine keeps the pork chops moist and juicy, without drying them while cooking the chops.

You can use the brine before grilling, pan-frying, roasted or baked pork chops.

How to Brine Pork Chops

A basic pork chop brine recipe usually consists of 1/4 cup salt and 4 cups of water. Mix the brine well before using.

Below are the step-by-step:

• Brine the pork chops in a container filled with the brine for 2 hours in the refrigerator. Make sure both sides of the chops are covered by the brine.
• Remove the pork chops and discard the used brine.
• Rinse the pork chops with cold running water.
• Pat dry the pork chops with paper towels before cooking.

What Dishes to Serve with This Recipe?

This meal is best served with sides such as tomatoes, greens or salad. For a wholesome meal and easy weeknight dinner, I recommend the following recipes.

How Many Calories per Serving?

This recipe is only 482 calories per serving.

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Asian Brined Pork Chops

Servings 4 people

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Asian-brined Pork Chops - flavorful and delicious Asian pork chops, so easy to make, dinner is ready in 30 mins. 

Calories 482 kcal

Author Bee | Rasa Malaysia

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in pork chops 3/4-inch thick (7 cm/10 cm)
• 1/8 teaspoon salt or to taste
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil

Brine:

• 3/4 cup mirin
• 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
• 3 ounces fresh ginger thinly sliced
• 6-8 small dried chilies
• 1 orange thinly sliced
• 1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 1/2 cups cold water

Garnish (optional):

• Mint leaves

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Directions

1. 1
   Lightly season the pork chops with the salt.
2. 2

   Mix all the ingredients for the Brine in a container or pot, just big enough for the pork chops. Marinade the pork chops in the Brine for at least 2 hours, or best overnight.

3. 3

   Before cooking, remove the pork chops from the Brine and let them come to room temperature. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels.

4. 4

   Heat the cooking oil in a non-stick skillet on medium heat. Pan-fry the pork chops for about 4-5 minutes each side. Transfer and wrap the pork chops with foil. Let them rest for 8-10 minutes before serving.

Recipe Notes

You can choose to use boneless pork chops. Adjust your cooking time accordingly.

Nutrition Facts

Asian Brined Pork Chops

Amount Per Serving (4 people)

Calories 482 Calories from Fat 216

% Daily Value*

Fat 24g37%

Saturated Fat 6g38%

Cholesterol 117mg39%

Sodium 1575mg68%

Carbohydrates 29g10%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 15g17%

Protein 38g76%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Course: Asian Recipes

Cuisine: Pork

Keyword: Pork chops brine