Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 bone-in pork chops (1 inch thick)
- 1/2 cup Tamazula hot sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Grill or grill pan
- Basting brush
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together Tamazula hot sauce, honey, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Brush both sides of pork chops with the glaze.
4. Place pork chops on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
5. Brush the pork chops with the glaze during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
6. Remove pork chops from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Grill or grill pan preheated to medium-high heat.
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 330
Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Protein: 29g
Sodium: 1090mg
Sugar: 19g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Tamazula hot sauce can be substituted with any hot sauce of your choice.
- Honey can be substituted with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Soy sauce can be substituted with tamari or coconut aminos.
Variations:
- Use chicken or beef instead of pork chops.
- Add chopped cilantro or green onions to the glaze for extra flavor.
- Use the glaze as a marinade and let the pork chops marinate for 1-2 hours before grilling.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to brush the pork chops with the glaze during the last 2 minutes of cooking to prevent burning.
- Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Serve with lime wedges for extra acidity.
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 platter with a drizzle of the glaze and chopped cilantro or green onions on top.
Garnishes:
Chopped cilantro or green onions.
Pairings:
- Mexican rice
- Grilled vegetables
- Black beans
Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled corn on the cob
- Caesar salad
- Roasted sweet potatoes
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pork chops are burning, lower the heat on the grill or move them to a cooler part of the grill.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook pork chops to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure they are safe to eat.
Food history:
Tamazula hot sauce is a popular hot sauce in Mexico that is made with chile peppers, vinegar, and spices.
Flavor profiles:
Spicy, sweet, and savory.
Serving suggestions:
Serve pork chops with a side of Mexican rice and grilled vegetables.
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