Sunday BBQ: Grilled Pork Chops With Sesame Slaw

June 14, 2009

Healthy yet hearty, quick-cooking but also succulent, pork chops are perfect for a lazy Sunday evening, and fit right into your Summer schedule when grilled and served alongside a crispy, Asian-influenced slaw.

Make fire-roasted pork chops that are tender enough to taste like a million bucks, but won't cost you anything close to that. Look for bone-in pork chops at the store to get added flavor and value. Check out tonight's dinner when you read more.

From Real Simple

Grilled Pork Chops With Cabbage and Sesame Slaw

Recipe For Grilled Pork Chops With Cabbage & Sesame Slaw

Ingredients

4 8-ounce bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
kosher salt and pepper
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
1 tablespoon honey
1 small head Napa or green cabbage, thinly sliced (about 6 cups)
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Directions

Heat grill to medium-high. Season the pork with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Grill until cooked through, 6 to 7 minutes per side.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the orange juice, oil, vinegar, sesame seeds, honey, and 3⁄4 teaspoon salt. Add the cabbage and cilantro and toss to combine. Serve with the pork chops.

Serves 4.