Buttermilk-Brined Pork Chops |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 7 Minutes |
Ready In: 22 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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From Cooking Light. Serving size: 1 chop. Per serving: 183 calories, 7.2 g fat, 26 g protein, 2 g carb, 0.3 g fiber, 69 mg cholesterol. Marinates overnight Ingredients:
2 cups fat-free buttermilk |
2 tablespoons kosher salt |
2 tablespoons sugar |
1 tablespoon grated lemon rind |
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary |
1 teaspoon chopped fresh sage |
4 (6 ounce) bone-in center-cut pork chops (6 oz. each and 1/2-inch thick) |
2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper |
Directions:
1. Combine the first 6 ingredients in a large heavy duty zip-lock plastic bag; shake well to dissolve salt and sugar.
2. Add in pork chops; seal and refrigerate overnight, turning bag occasionally.
3. Remove pork from bag and throw away the brine.
4. Pat pork dry with a paper towel; sprinkle chops with pepper.
5. Heat a large non-stick grill pan over medium-high heat; coat pan with cooking spray.
6. Add pork; cook 3 1/2 minutes per side or until desired doneness.
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