Thai Pork Chops

Infuse your weeknight dinner routine with bold flavors by preparing these mouthwatering Thai Pork Chops. Marinated in a harmonious blend of soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic, ginger, and a hint of red chili, these pork chops are a perfect balance of sweet, savory, tangy, and spicy. After soaking up the vibrant marinade, they’re pan-seared to golden perfection, creating a tantalizing crust while locking in their juiciness. Ready in just over 30 minutes of active cooking, this easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve these tender, flavor-packed pork chops with a side of steamed jasmine rice or a refreshing cucumber salad, and garnish with fresh cilantro for a restaurant-worthy presentation. Packed with Thai-inspired flavors, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Pork chops
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
• 1 Red chili, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or canola)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, prepare the marinade by whisking together soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic, ginger, red chili, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and place them into a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the pork chops, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 3

Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap. Marinate the pork chops in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, but preferably 2-4 hours for the best flavor.

Step 4

Heat the neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the pork chops from the marinade, letting the excess drip off, and sear them for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown.

Step 5

Flip the pork chops and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 6

Turn off the heat and let the pork chops rest in the skillet for 5 minutes to lock in the juices.

Step 7

Garnish the pork chops with fresh cilantro and serve hot with steamed jasmine rice or a crisp cucumber salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	882 grams (882.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1690

Total Fat 109.20g	140%
Saturated Fat 30.10g	151%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 300mg	100%
Sodium 6894mg	300%
Total Carbohydrate 69.70g	25%
Dietary Fiber 2.70g	10%
Total Sugars 56.70g
Protein 108.20g	216%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 157mg	12%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 2191mg	47%

*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: 58.0%

Protein: 25.5%

Carbs: 16.5%