Things You'll Need:
- Four pork chops
- 1/4 cup plus 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- 3 tbsp. soy sauce
- 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp. light brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp. fresh or dried rosemary
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
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Step 1
Buy the best pork chops you can find at your local grocery store. The tenderest ones are the pork loin chops, although T-bone pork chops are usually less expensive. Ideally, the chops you buy should be 1-inch thick.
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Step 2
Prepare your chops for barbecuing by trimming all excess fat off the meat in advance.
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Step 3
Mix together all your marinade ingredients, including olive oil, lemon juice and seasonings, in a bowl. Avoid bowls made of aluminum or iron, since marinades can stain these materials.
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Step 4
Marinate your pork chops in a bowl, pan or plastic zipper bag. Place pork chops inside the container and pour enough of the marinade in to cover the meat. If using a plastic bag, place it in a bowl to prevent leaks. Chill your chops in the fridge for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
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Step 5
Remove pork chops from the marinade, drain any excess liquid and put them on a platter. Let them sit at room temperature for another 30 minutes.
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Step 6
Preheat your barbecue to high while your chops are sitting.
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Step 7
Transfer the pork chops from the platter to an area of direct, high heat on the grill. Cook for 6 minutes, turning the chops after 3 minutes.
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Step 8
Move the pork chops to a cooler section (medium heat) of the grill for the remaining cooking time. Cook for another 6 to 8 minutes. When the chops are done, the juices should run clear (rather than pink). You can also use a meat thermometer.
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Step 9
Cool for about 5 to 10 minutes, and then serve after seasoning to taste with salt and pepper.
