Smokey Maple Bacon Dijon Grilled Pork Chops That Cancel All Other Dinner Plans
These pork chops hit the grill like they own it, bringing smoky sweetness, bold flavor, and just enough attitude to make everything else on the plate nervous. Juicy, loud, and impossible to ignore, they turn dinner into a full blown flavor flex nobody can compete with.
Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons Terrapin Ridge Farm’s Smokey Maple Bacon Mustard
- 6 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened apple juice
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 4 (8 ounce) bone-in pork loin chops
Directions:
- Mix Terrapin Ridge Farm’s Smokey Maple Bacon Mustard, brown sugar, apple juice, and Worcestershire sauce together in a bowl until marinade is smooth.
- Pour 2/3 of the marinade into a large resealable plastic bag.
- Add pork chops, coat with marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for 8 hours to overnight. Cover bowl with remaining marinade with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
- Remove pork chops from marinade and discard bag and marinade.
- Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Cook the pork chops on the preheated grill, basting with reserved marinade, until no longer pink in the center, 4 to 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
- Let pork chops stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes these pork chops so flavorful?
A: Terrapin Ridge Farm’s Smokey Maple Bacon Mustard adds rich smoky sweetness with a bold tangy kick.
Q: Is Terrapin Ridge Farm’s Smokey Maple Bacon Mustard spicy?
A: It leans more sweet and smoky with a mild kick rather than intense heat.
Q: Are these pork chops good for grilling?
A: Yes, they are perfect for the grill and develop great flavor with a caramelized finish.
Q: Can I cook these another way?
A: Yes, they can also be baked or pan seared with great results.
Q: Are these good for entertaining?
A: Absolutely, they are bold, juicy, and always impress guests.
