Focus Magazine of SWFL Hot Summer Looks | Page 176

Art of
Grilling
Family Features

A recent survey by the Heart, Patio and Barbecue Association
found that seven out of 10 home grillers consider themselves
to be “better than average” at grilling. With warmer weather
on the horizon, there’s no better time to put your skills to the
test and perfect the art of pork chops on the grill. An incredibly flavorful, juicy and tender choice, pork chops – with cuts
like Porterhouse, Ribeye and New York – are perfect for casual
backyard entertaining and easy family dinners alike.
Tips for Tender Chops
Mastering grilled pork chops is easy no matter your skill on
the grill. It’s all about selecting the right recipe, preparing the
grill correctly and grilling your pork chops like a steak using a
digital thermometer to ensure the proper range of doneness –
between 145°F (medium rare), followed by a three-minute rest
and 160°F (medium). To prep your grill:
• Arrange hot coals evenly on the fire grate of the grill or use all
gas burners on medium-hot heat
• Place pork directly above the heat source
• Follow suggested cooking times – 3/4 inch chops should be
cooked for 8-9 minutes and 1 1/2 inch chops for 12-16 minutes
-turning once during cooking
For a deliciously sweet and spicy recipe like Sweet Fire Pork
Chops, seasoned with hot chipotle chile, zesty orange, garlic
and sweet honey – choose 3/4-inch Porterhouse (bone-in loin)
chops to create your new favorite masterpiece. For a complete
meal, serve them with a side of mashed sweet potatoes and
sautéed green beans.

“Sweet Fire” Porterhouse Pork Chops
Servings: 4
Ingredients
4
Porterhouse (bone-in loin) pork chops, about 3/4-inch
thick
2
tablespoons olive oil
1
1/2 teaspoons ground chipotle chile
1
1/2 teaspoons coarse salt

Grated zest of 1 large orange
2
teaspoons garlic, minced
1/3
cup honey
Cooking Directions
In a small bowl, stir oil, ground chipotle, salt, orange zest
and garlic together into a paste. Using a rubber spatula,
spread chipotle mixture over both sides of pork. Let stand for
15 to 30 minutes.
Prepare a medium-hot fire in grill. Place chops on grill and
close lid. Grill over direct heat, turning once, about 4-5 minutes per side, until the internal temperature of the pork on a
meat thermometer measures between 145°F (medium rare)
and 160°F (medium). During the last 2 minutes, brush chops
on both sides with honey. Remove from grill and let rest for 3
minutes.

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