Chargrilled Korean Style BBQ Pork Chops
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
5
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Calories
383 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Korean
Chargrilled Korean Style BBQ Pork Chops
Description
For this recipe, thick pork loin chops are marinated in a bold Korean-inspired sauce made by blending minced ginger and garlic with grated apple, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice wine, gochujang (Korean chili paste), and black pepper. The marinade’s balance of sweet, savory, and spicy components penetrates the meat during at least 12 hours, ideally around 26 hours, enhancing flavor and tenderness.
Grilling begins with a direct sear over high heat for 2–3 minutes per side to create a caramelized exterior. The chops are then moved to indirect heat and cooked with the grill lid closed for 15–20 minutes until they reach the desired doneness. Resting under foil for 5 minutes helps redistribute juices. The pork develops a slightly sweet, spicy, and smoky flavor with a juicy texture.
The dish pairs well with grilled pineapple rings and bell peppers, complementing the marinade’s sweetness and heat with fresh, smoky side flavors.
Ingredients
MEAT
- 5 pork loin chops combined weight 2.5 kg / 5.5 pounds) and about 4 cm thick, born-in
MARINADE (BLEND THESE TOGETHER)
- 1 Tbsp ginger minced
- 4 Tbsp garlic minced
- 160 g onion (5.6 ounces)
- 280 g apple (0.6 pounds), grated
- 1 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 10 Tbsp dark brown sugar
- 7 Tbsp rice wine
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (korean chili paste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper ground
Instructions
- Place the meat in a large sealable container and marinade it in the marinade sauce in the fridge overnight. (I marinade the meat for 26 hours. Marinade the meat at least for 12 hours to enhance the flavour.)
- Take out the meat from the fridge 30 mins before cooking. Cook the meat on a grill: Sear both sides of the chops 2 to 3 mins each on direct heat then move them to the indirect heat area. Close the grill lid and cook the meat slowly until it’s ready for your preferred doneness (about 15 to 20 mins).
- Place the cooked meat on an metal plate and cover it with aluminium foil. Rest it for 5 mins.
- Serve the meat and enjoy. (FYI, I served it with grilled pineapple rings and red bell peppers.)
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 383 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 383kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 3532mg | 147% |
| Potassium | 826mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 31g | 62% |
| Vitamin A | 30IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 7.5mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 61mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2.6mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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