Richard’s Fool-Proof Citrus Garlic Marinade for Pork Chops
This easy pork marinade, inspired by bright flavors from our travels, packs a punch into your pork chops. It works well for grilling or baking.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling or Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the citrus garlic pork chop marinade.
- Place the pork chops in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chops, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours for the best flavor. An overnight pork marinade works well if you prefer a deeper taste.
- Remove the pork chops from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
- Cook the pork chops using your preferred method (grill or oven) until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
Notes
- For a low-sodium hack, reduce the added salt to 1/4 teaspoon and use fresh herbs instead of dried oregano.
- This marinade is excellent for grilling. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- If baking, place chops on a rack set over a baking sheet and bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 16
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 32
- Cholesterol: 95