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Coffee Jerk Pork Chops Recipe
Coffee, brown sugar and Caribbean jerk seasoned marinated in a brine brings a ton of flavor to the pork chops! This is a great summer grilling recipe your family and friends will love. Tender, juicy and delicious!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Marinate time:
6 hrs
Total Time
6 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 5
Calories: 310 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 6 pork chops (bone in, ¾" thinck)
Coffee marinade
- 2 cups apple juice
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup instant coffee
- 1 Tbsp kosher salt
- 1 cube chicken bouillon
- 3 garlic cloves miced
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¼ tsp allspice
- ½ tsp thyme
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Place all ingredients for the marinade in a large bowl and use a hand blender to mix well. You can also use a blender. Place the pork chops in a 1 gallon zip top freezer bag and pour marinade over them. Try to purge out the excess air and seal. Refrigerate for about 6 hours; if you can marinate overnight, even better.
- For grilling, preheat the grill to 500°F. Place pork chops on the grill, but not directly on top of the flames. (Indirect heat) Cook for two minutes. Give them a quarter turn. Cook an additional two minutes. Flip and repeat the process.
- When internal temperature reaches 145°F, transfer to a platter, cover and allow them to rest for about 5 minutes.
- Serve with your favorite sides.
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Notes
- Frequently Asked Questions:
- How long can I store the cooked pork chops in the refrigerator? Once the chops have cooled you can store them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- How do I reheat the pork chops? Reheat the chops in the microwave for 2-3 minutes and stop to flip every 30-45 seconds until hot. Once reheated do not cool and store again in the refrigerator, consume it right away. So only reheat the amount you will consume.
- Can I freeze the cooked pork chops? Yes, allow the chops to cool and you can freeze in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Thaw completely in the refrigerator and then reheat in the microwave.
Nutrition Information
Calories
310kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
14g
(5%)
Protein
34g
(68%)
Fat
11g
(17%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Cholesterol
107mg
(36%)
Sodium
1478mg
(62%)
Potassium
715mg
(20%)
Sugar
11g
(22%)
Vitamin A
75IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
1.5mg
(2%)
Calcium
22mg
(2%)
Iron
0.9mg
(5%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 310
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 310kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 107mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 1478mg | 62% |
| Potassium | 715mg | 15% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 75IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.5mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.