How to Make How to "Dry-Brine" Pork Chops - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you tired of cooking dry, flavorless pork chops? If so, it's time to learn the art of dry-brining. Dry-brining is a simple yet highly effective technique that can take your pork chop game to the next level. By dry-brining your pork chops, you can ensure that they are juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor every time you cook them.

So, what exactly is dry-brining? Dry-brining involves rubbing salt and other seasonings directly onto the surface of the meat and letting it sit for an...

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Ingredients

  • 4 large center-cut bone-in pork chops
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Vegetable oil for grilling

Information

  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Mix kosher salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl to make the dry brine. Generously apply mixture to both sides of pork chops. Transfer chops to a rack on a paper towel-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate uncovered 18 to 24 hours.
  • Preheat grill to medium or medium-high heat. Brush pork chops on each side with a few drops of vegetable oil.
  • Grill chops until internal temperature reaches 135 degrees F (60 degrees C), turning to evenly brown on each side. Transfer to platter and allow to rest 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    216 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 2937mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 0g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 348mg