This dish delivers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The pork center loin chops are marinated in a vibrant blend of apple juice, cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and fresh herbs like rosemary and sage, resulting in incredibly tender and juicy meat. The new potatoes absorb the marinade’s richness before hitting the grill, creating a crispy exterior with a creamy interior. It is an elegant yet approachable meal that feels special enough for a weekend gathering but simple enough for a busy weeknight.
Grilled Apple & Herb Marinated Pork Chops And Potatoes
Description
This dish delivers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The pork center loin chops are marinated in a vibrant blend of apple juice, cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and fresh herbs like rosemary and sage, resulting in incredibly tender and juicy meat. The new potatoes absorb the marinade's richness before hitting the grill, creating a crispy exterior with a creamy interior. It is an elegant yet approachable meal that feels special enough for a weekend gathering but simple enough for a busy weeknight.Directions
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Place 2 lbs of scrubbed red new potatoes in a saucepan and cover with 1 inch of water.
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Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until just tender.
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Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
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In a blender, combine 6 oz thawed apple juice concentrate, 1/3 cup apple jelly, 1/4 cup oil, 3 tbsp cider vinegar, 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tsp dried rosemary, 1 tsp crumbled dried sage, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp pepper.
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Blend until the marinade is smooth and well combined.
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Halve the cooked potatoes and gently toss them with 1/4 cup of the prepared marinade.
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Place the pork chops in a shallow dish and pour the remaining marinade over them, ensuring they are fully coated.
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Cover both the chops and potatoes separately and refrigerate overnight to marinate.
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Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grill rack.
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Remove chops from marinade, discarding the used liquid, and grill for 7-8 minutes per side or until cooked through.
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Place potatoes cut-side down on the grill and cook for 10 minutes until golden brown and heated through.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 3 cups
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 363kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 21.0g33%
- Saturated Fat 7.5g38%
- Cholesterol 120.0mg40%
- Sodium 93.0mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 40.5g81%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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