Best Alton Browns Molasses And Coffee Pork Chops Recipes

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ALTON BROWN'S MOLASSES-AND-COFFEE PORK CHOPS



Alton Brown's Molasses-And-Coffee Pork Chops image

Recipe courtesy Alton Brown for Food Network Magazine. These are delicious! I served with collard greens, corn on the cob and "hoppin john". my bh loved the entire meal. Will also try this recipe with a pork tenderloin, butterflied. Cooking time does not include marinating tiime.

Provided by nanrichp

Categories     Pork

Time 23m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup strong coffee, cooled (not instant)
6 ounces molasses, by weight (about 1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 garlic cloves, minced
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
6 -8 sprigs fresh thyme
4 pork chops, bone-in (6 to-8-ounce, 1 inch thick)

Steps:

  • Combine the coffee, molasses, vinegar, mustard, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, the ginger, thyme and pork chops in a 1-gallon zip-top bag; seal and shake to combine. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat a grill to medium-high. Remove the pork from the bag. Pour the marinade into a saucepan; boil gently over medium-high heat, stirring, until reduced to 1/2 cup, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove the thyme stems.
  • Grill the pork chops for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145. Let rest for 5 minutes; serve with the glaze.

MOLASSES COFFEE MARINATED PORK CHOPS



Molasses Coffee Marinated Pork Chops image

Molasses and strong coffee bring depth of flavor these easy grilled pork chops. The well-balanced marinade does double duty as a thick and flavorful glaze that transforms the humble chop into an entree special enough for company. This recipe first appeared in Season 12 of Good Eats.

Provided by Level Agency

Categories     Mains

Time 8h20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup strong coffee, at room temperature
6 ounces molasses, by weight
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
6 to 8 sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 (6- to 8-ounce) 1-inch thick, bone-in pork chops

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a 1-gallon zip-top bag, seal, and shake to combine. Place in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
  • When ready to cook, heat a grill to medium-high.
  • Remove the pork chops from the marinade. Transfer the marinade to a small saucepan and place over high heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-high, and boil gently, stirring often, until reduced to about 1/2 cup, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove the thyme stems after the glaze has reduced.
  • Meanwhile, grill the pork chops until they reach an internal temperature of 145ºF, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Allow the pork chops to rest 5 minutes before serving with the glaze.

MOLASSES COFFEE MARINATED PORK CHOPS



Molasses Coffee Marinated Pork Chops image

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup cool strong coffee
6 ounces molasses, by weight
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
6 to 8 sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 (6 to 8-ounce) bone-in, 1-inch thick pork chops

Steps:

  • Place all of the ingredients into a 1-gallon zip top bag, seal, and shake to combine. Place in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high.
  • Remove the pork chops from the marinade. Transfer the marinade to a small saucepan and place over high heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-high, and boil gently, stirring often, until reduced to about 1/2 cup liquid, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove the thyme stems after the glaze has reduced. Meanwhile, grill pork chops 3 to 4 minutes per side or until they reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees F. Allow the pork chops to rest 4 to 5 minutes before serving with the glaze.

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