1In a large ziplock bag, combine 1 tablespoon honey, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon minced ginger.
2Seal the bag and shake well to mix.
3Add the 4 pork chops to the bag, seal, and shake again to coat the pork chops evenly.
4Let them marinate in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
5Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
6Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
7Remove the pork chops from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later.
8Place the pork chops in the hot skillet and sear for 3-5 minutes on each side, until they develop a golden-brown crust.
9Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
10Bake the pork chops for 6-10 minutes, or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
11While the pork chops are baking, pour the reserved marinade into a small pot.
12Bring the marinade to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
13Remove the pork chops from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes.
14Serve the pork chops over rice, drizzling plenty of the thickened glaze over the top.
15Garnish with chopped green onion and sesame seeds if desired.
Ingredients
4 pork chops (thick cut)
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons brown sugar
0.25 cup soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, minced
1 tablespoon sesame oil
Green onion, chopped (optional for garnish)
Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
Equipment
large ziplock bagovenlarge oven-safe skilletsmall pot
Tips
Marinate the pork chops for at least 20-30 minutes, but you can marinate them for up to 2 hours for more intense flavor.
The exact baking time will depend on the thickness of the pork chops.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure they are cooked to the correct internal temperature.
These pork chops pair well with steamed rice or quinoa and a side of steamed or roasted vegetables.
Be careful not to overcook to avoid drying out the meat.