Grilled Pork Chops with Sweet-and-Sour Onions
This recipe combines tender grilled pork chops with tangy-sweet caramelized onions for a delicious and unique flavor. Perfect for a summer meal or a weeknight dinner, these pork chops are sure to become a family favorite.
Equipment
- Grill
- Tongs
- Brush or spoon for basting
- Small saucepan
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops - about 1 inch thick
- Salt and pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium onions - thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes - optional
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper.
- Brush olive oil on the pork chops and place them on the grill. Grill for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
- While the pork chops are cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until they start to soften.
- Add the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the onions and continue to cook until the onions are caramelized and the sauce is thick and syrupy. This should take about 5-6 minutes.
- Once the pork chops are cooked, remove them from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes.
- Serve the pork chops topped with the sweet and sour onions and enjoy!
Notes
You can use boneless or bone-in pork chops for this recipe, just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
For an added flavor boost, try marinating the pork chops in a mixture of apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and your favorite spices for a few hours before grilling.
To make this recipe even easier, you can use store-bought caramelized onions instead of making them from scratch.
For a more savory flavor, add chopped garlic and thyme to the onions before they caramelize.
You can also use balsamic vinegar instead of apple cider vinegar for a different twist.
If you don't have a grill, you can cook the pork chops in a grill pan or in the oven. Just make sure to sear them on the stove before finishing in the oven and top with the sweet and sour onions before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 412kcal
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