Mongolian Pork Chops

Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Mongolian Pork Chops—a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and umami goodness. These thick-cut, bone-in pork chops are marinated in a tantalizing blend of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and honey, infused with minced garlic and grated ginger for depth and warmth. Grilled to perfection and basted with a glossy, thickened Mongolian sauce, they’re finished with a sprinkle of scallions and sesame seeds for a restaurant-quality presentation. Ready in just 35 minutes (after marinating), this dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or your favorite side, making it an irresistible addition to your weeknight dinner repertoire or any special occasion. This recipe promises bold flavor in every bite and is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces thick-cut bone-in pork chops
• 0.5 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 4 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 stalks scallions (sliced for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil to make the marinade.

Step 2

Reserve 1/4 cup of the marinade for basting during cooking. Place the pork chops in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the remaining marinade over the chops. Seal or cover, and let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight, for maximum flavor.

Step 3

When ready to cook, preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Remove the pork chops from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels. Discard the used marinade.

Step 5

Cook the pork chops for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are nicely browned and cooked through (internal temperature of 145°F or 63°C). Use the reserved marinade to baste the pork chops occasionally while grilling to enhance flavor.

Step 6

While the pork chops are cooking, mix cornstarch and water together in a small bowl to form a slurry.

Step 7

In a small saucepan, bring the reserved basting marinade to a simmer over medium heat. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and whisk until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 8

Once the pork chops are cooked, let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Drizzle the thickened Mongolian sauce over the pork chops and garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds.

Step 10

Serve hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1057.4 grams (1057.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1716

Total Fat 104.10g	133%
Saturated Fat 28.60g	143%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.90g
Cholesterol 302mg	101%
Sodium 6177mg	269%
Total Carbohydrate 85.20g	31%
Dietary Fiber 4.00g	14%
Total Sugars 53.70g
Protein 103.10g	206%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 161mg	12%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 2002mg	43%

*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: 24.4%

Carbs: 20.2%