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Grilled Lagrein-Glazed Pork Chops Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 bone-in pork chops (1 inch thick)
- 1 cup Lagrein wine
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil

Special equipment needed:
- Grill
- Basting brush

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small saucepan, combine Lagrein wine, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
2. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
3. Brush pork chops with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
4. Grill pork chops for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
5. Brush pork chops with Lagrein glaze during the last 2-3 minutes of grilling on each side.
6. Remove pork chops from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.


- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature:
- Grill: medium-high heat
- Internal temperature of pork chops: 145°F
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Protein: 32g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Lagrein wine can be substituted with any red wine.
- Brown sugar can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
- Soy sauce can be substituted with tamari or coconut aminos.

Variations:
- Add sliced onions and bell peppers to the grill for a delicious side dish.
- Use the Lagrein glaze as a marinade for chicken or beef.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to let the pork chops rest before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork chops are cooked to the proper temperature.
- Double the Lagrein glaze recipe to have extra for dipping or drizzling over 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 mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions.

Pairings:
- Lagrein wine
- Roasted vegetables
- Garlic mashed potatoes

Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled asparagus
- Roasted sweet potatoes
- Garlic bread

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the Lagrein glaze is too thick, add a splash of water to thin it out.
- If the pork chops are sticking to the grill, brush them with more olive oil before grilling.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pork chops to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure they are safe to eat.

Food history:
- Lagrein wine is a red wine grape variety that is grown in the Trentino-Alto Adige region of Italy.

Flavor profiles:
- The Lagrein glaze adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the pork chops, while the grilling adds a smoky flavor.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve pork chops with a side salad for a complete meal.

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Taste: Savory, Tangy, Smoky, Sweet, Herbal, Robust