Duck Sauce-Marinated Pork Chops Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 bone-in pork chops (1 inch thick)
- 1/2 cup duck sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions (optional)

Special equipment needed:
- Large resealable plastic bag
- Grill or grill pan

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together duck sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and black pepper.

2. Place pork chops in a large resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the pork chops. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

4. Remove pork chops from the marinade and discard the marinade.

5. Grill pork chops for 4-5 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.

6. Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Marinating time: 2 hours or overnight
- Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature:
- Grill or grill pan: medium-high heat
- Internal temperature of pork chops: 145°F
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 320
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Protein: 34g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Soy sauce: Tamari or coconut aminos
- Honey: Maple syrup or agave nectar
- Rice vinegar: Apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar
- Pork chops: Chicken or beef

Variations:
- Add chopped scallions to the marinade for extra flavor.
- Use the marinade to grill vegetables or tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Serve with a side of fried rice or stir-fried vegetables.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to let the pork chops rest before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Don't overcook the pork chops to avoid dryness.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the pork chops.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover pork chops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat pork chops in the microwave or oven until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve pork chops on a bed of rice or with a side of vegetables.
- Garnish with chopped scallions or sesame seeds.

Pairings:
- Pair with a glass of red wine or a cold beer.

Suggested side dishes:
- Fried rice
- Stir-fried vegetables
- Roasted potatoes
- Grilled corn on the cob

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pork chops are dry, try marinating them for a longer period of time or adding more marinade.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook pork chops to an internal temperature of 145°F to avoid foodborne illness.

Food history:
- Duck sauce is a sweet and sour condiment commonly used in Chinese-American cuisine.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, sour, and savory

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot off the grill for best flavor.

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