Soy-Marinated Chops

Simple ingredients, such as soy sauce, onions and garlic, create a sassy marinade for these chops—perfect for a relaxing backyard barbecue.

Recipe Ingredients:

6 boneless pork loin chops, 3/4-inch thick
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 of a medium onion, chopped
5 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 green onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

Cooking Directions:

1. Place chops in self-sealing plastic bag. For marinade, combine the water, soy sauce, onion, sugar, green onions, garlic, pepper and salt in small bowl. Pour over chops; seal bag. Refrigerate for 8 to 24 hours.
2. Heat broiler or grill. Drain chops; discard marinade. Place chops on unheated rack of broiler pan or grill. Broil 4 inches from the heat or grill over medium fire until internal temperature is 160°F (70°C), 8 to 10 minutes; turn once.

Makes 6 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/6 of recipe): Calories 230 calories Protein 25 grams Fat 12 grams Sodium 493 milligrams Cholesterol 73 milligrams Saturated Fat 5 grams Carbohydrates 4 grams Fiber 0 grams.

Recipe provided courtesy of National Pork Board.