Apple Cider Brined Pork Chops

Name: Apple Cider Brined Pork Chops
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: German,
Ingredients: 4 cups cold water; 2 cups apple cider; 1/2 cup pure maple syrup; 1/4 cup table salt; 2 pounds bone-in pork chops, about 3/4-inch thick, trimmed; Olive oil; 2 tbsps grill mates barbecue rub

Up the ante at your next barbecue with these delicious apple cider brined pork chops. Apple cider brine gently tenderizes while adding a touch of sweetness and tang. After brining for a couple of hours, remove the pork chops, rinse under cold water, and prepare them for a ge... Read More Read Less

5m

PREP TIME

12m

COOK TIME

195

CALORIES

7

INGREDIENTS

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Apple Cider Brine
4 cups cold water
2 cups apple cider
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup table salt
Pork Chops
2 pounds bone-in pork chops, about 3/4-inch thick, trimmed
Olive oil
2 tablespoons McCormick® Grill Mates® Barbecue Rub

INSTRUCTIONS

1 For the Brine, pour cold water, apple cider and syrup into large plastic or glass container, or 2-gallon resealable plastic bag. Stir in salt until dissolved. Place pork chops in brine to cover. If necessary, place a plate on top of pork chops to keep them submerged. Cover container or seal bag.
2 Refrigerate at least 2 hours. Remove pork chops from brine. Discard remaining brine. Rinse pork chops under cool running water. Pat dry. Brush pork chops lightly with oil. Rub with Barbecue Rub.
3 Grill over medium heat 4 to 6 minutes per side or until pork is desired doneness. Serve with grilled fruit, if desired.