Very Tender & Juicy Grilled Pork Chops

• thick-cut pork chops↗6
• medium onion↗1

  chopped

• garlic cloves↗2

  chopped

• fresh coarse ground black pepper↗1 teaspoon
• quart water↗1 quart
• cup kosher salt↗1⁄4 cup
• cup sugar↗1⁄4 cup
• vegetable oil↗
• ZESTY ORANGE SAUCE↗
• cup orange juice↗2⁄3 cup
• cup prepared horseradish↗2⁄3 cup
• cup brown sugar↗1⁄3 cup
• tablespoon Dijon mustard↗1 tablespoon
• tablespoon butter↗1 tablespoon

  (optional)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place pork chops in a large resealable plastic bag or large bowl.

2. 2

   Add onion, garlic, and sprinkle with pepper.

3. 3

   Combine water, salt, and sugar in another large bowl.

4. 4

   Stir well to dissolve sugar and salt.

5. 5

   Pour salt/sugar brine over the chops.

6. 6

   Seal and make sure all the meat is submerged.

7. 7

   Refridgerate 6-12 hours.

8. 8

   Remove the chops from the brine and discard the brine.

9. 9

   Pat the chops dry from the brine and drizzle with a little oil before grilling.

10. 10

    Grill over medium-high heat about 8 min per side.

11. 11

    Let chops rest 5 min before serving.

12. 12

    To make zesty orange sauce:.

13. 13

    Combine orange juice, horseradish, and brown sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil.

14. 14

    Reduce heat and simmer a few minutes until reduced and slightly thickened.

15. 15

    Stir in the mustard and the butter.

16. 16

    Serve with grilled chops or pork tenderloin.