Alton Brown S Molasses And Coffee Pork Chops Recipe

Ingredients for Alton Brown S Molasses And Coffee Pork Chops

• Strong Coffee
• 1/4 cup molasses
• Apple Cider Vinegar
• Dijon Mustard
• Garlic Cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Ground Ginger
• Fresh Thyme
• 4 (1-inch thick) bone-in pork chops

How to Make Alton Brown S Molasses And Coffee Pork Chops

1. In a 1-gallon zip-top bag, combine 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, 1/4 cup molasses, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 2 sprigs fresh thyme, and 4 (1-inch thick) bone-in pork chops.
2. Seal the bag, pressing out excess air, and shake to thoroughly coat the pork chops.
3. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
5. Remove pork chops from the bag, reserving the marinade.
6. In a small saucepan, bring the reserved marinade to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
7. Reduce the marinade, stirring frequently, until it thickens to a glaze consistency (about 1/2 cup), approximately 12-15 minutes.
8. Remove thyme sprigs from the glaze.
9. Grill pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
10. Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.
11. Drizzle the molasses and coffee glaze generously over the pork chops and serve immediately.