Marinade Pork Chops

Mains

Pork Chops: 2 lbs (about 4 bone-in or boneless chops, 1-inch thick)
Soy Sauce: 1/2 cup
Brown Sugar: 1/4 cup
Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
Olive Oil: 2 tbsp
Black Pepper: 1 tsp
Optional: 1 tsp red pepper flakes (for a slight kick)

Marinate:

  1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, olive oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  2. Place pork chops in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over chops, ensuring they’re fully coated.
  3. Seal or cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours (or up to 6 hours for deeper flavor).

Preheat Traeger:

  1. Set Traeger grill to 450°F (190°C) and preheat for 15 minutes with the lid closed.

Grill:

  1. Remove pork chops from marinade, letting excess drip off. Discard marinade.
  2. Place chops on the grill grates. Close lid and grill for 6-8 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium.
  3. Flip only once to get good grill marks.

Rest:

  1. Remove chops from grill and let rest for 5 minutes to retain juices.

Serve:

  1. Serve hot with sides like grilled vegetables or mashed potatoes.