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Grilled Pork Chops with Basil-Garlic Rub

When looking for inspiration on the grill, nothing beats the tender, juicy pork chop.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in pork loin chops 3/4-inch thick
  • 2 garlic cloves peeled
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves packed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • With machine running, drop garlic through feed tube of food processor to mince. Stop, add fresh basil, and process until chopped. Add lemon juice, oil, salt, and pepper and process to make a thin wet rub. Spread both sides of pork chops with basil mixture. Let stand 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Prepare medium-hot fire in grill. Brush grate clean and oil grate. Grill chops, over direct heat, turning once, to medium rare doneness, 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F, followed by a 3-minute rest.

Notes

Calories: 210g | Total Fat: 14g
Cholesterol: 60mg | Protein: 27g
Carbohydrates: 2g | Sodium: 620mg