Sweet & Sriracha Angry Orchard Pork Chops
Sweet and spicy pork chops marinated in Angry Orchard hard cider until tender and juicy.
Ingredients
- 2 pork chops
- 12 oz Angry Orchard hard cider or hard cider equivalent
- 4 tablespoons sriracha
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon ginger minced
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make a quick brine for the pork chops by combining the Angry Orchard hard cider, apple cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of sriracha, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Place the pork chops in the brine and let them soak for 2 hours.
- In a small bowl, mix together the remaining sriracha, brown sugar, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, paprika, and minced ginger until a thick paste forms. Chill this mixture until you're ready to spread it on the pork chops.
- Bring the pork chops to room temperature while preheating the oven to 375°F (190°C). Heat a grill or grill pan and sear each chop on both sides for 2-3 minutes, or until grill lines appear.
- Spread the sriracha sauce mixture on each pork chop, covering them evenly. Transfer the pork chops to the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes to finish cooking.
- Once cooked, remove the pork chops from the oven and let them rest for 5-10 minutes. This step is crucial for retaining moisture and ensuring juiciness.
- Serve the Sweet & Sriracha Hard Cider Pork Chops alongside a nice cold bottle of Angry Orchard hard cider. Enjoy!
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