Gold Coast Pork Chops

Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with these irresistible Gold Coast Pork Chops! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and aromatic ginger, these bone-in pork chops are seared to golden perfection before being bathed in a luscious glaze made from tangy pineapple juice, sweet honey, and savory soy sauce. The glaze caramelizes beautifully as it simmers, creating a rich, flavorful sauce with just a hint of heat from red pepper flakes and a zesty kick of fresh lime juice. Finished with a sprinkle of vibrant cilantro and served with lime wedges, these chops are a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Quick enough for a weeknight dinner yet impressive enough for entertaining, pair these tropical-inspired pork chops with fluffy rice or roasted vegetables for a crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.33 cup pineapple juice
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 4 pieces lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, ground cumin, ground ginger, and garlic powder.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, honey, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, and lime juice. This will serve as the glaze.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the pork chops to the skillet.

Step 4

Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on each side, ensuring a golden-brown crust forms.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour the prepared glaze over the pork chops and let them simmer in the sauce for 10-12 minutes, flipping them occasionally to coat evenly.

Step 6

Check the internal temperature of the pork chops with a meat thermometer; they should reach 145°F (63°C). Remove them from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes.

Step 7

Sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving and garnish with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.

Step 8

Serve the Gold Coast Pork Chops with steamed rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1038.8 grams (1038.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2335

Total Fat 141.10g	181%
Saturated Fat 44.50g	223%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 544mg	181%
Sodium 2074mg	90%
Total Carbohydrate 57.60g	21%
Dietary Fiber 2.90g	10%
Total Sugars 46.60g
Protein 197.80g	396%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 153mg	12%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 2813mg	60%

*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: 55.4%

Protein: 34.5%

Carbs: 10.1%