Name: Korean Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops; 0.5 cup soy sauce; 4 tablespoons honey; 2 cloves garlic; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 4 teaspoons fresh ginger; 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce; 2 tablespoons olive oil

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Korean Pork Chops

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Instructions

In a medium size bowl whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, sesame oil and sweet chili sauce.

Pour half of marinade over the pork chops and allow to sit for 10 minutes.

Reserve the remaining half of the marinade.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.; add pork chops to skillet, discard the marinade left in the bowl.

Cook chops until browned on one side, about 6 minutes.

Turn the chops over and add the reserved marinade to the pan.

Cook for 6 more minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees.

Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Pound for Even Cooking 🔨
Gently pound pork chops to uniform thickness before marinating to ensure they cook evenly and absorb the Korean sauce flavors more effectively.
Fresh Ginger Maximizes Heat 🔥
Always use freshly grated ginger instead of ground—it releases more volatile oils that enhance the spicy kick and authentic Korean flavor profile.
Sesame Oil Finishing Touch 🫒
Add sesame oil in the final 2 minutes of cooking rather than the marinade to preserve its nutty aroma and prevent it from breaking down under heat.
Quick Sear Before Baking 🥘
Sear the pork chops for 1-2 minutes per side in olive oil before baking to develop a caramelized crust that locks in moisture and deepens flavor.
Temperature Sweet Spot 🌡️
Pull pork chops from the oven at 145°F internal temperature—they'll continue cooking slightly while resting, reaching perfect medium doneness without drying out.