Ingredients

• 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• Juice of 1 lime
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1–2 tsp Jamaican jerk seasoning (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• Optional Tropical Salsa
• 1/2 cup fresh pineapple, diced
• 1/4 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime

Directions

• In a small bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, brown sugar, jerk seasoning, salt, and pepper.
• Rub the marinade evenly over the pork chops. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 4 hours) to enhance flavor.
• Grill method
• Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill pork chops 4–5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
• Oven method
• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Sear pork chops in a hot skillet 2–3 minutes per side, then transfer to the oven and bake 8–10 minutes until done.
• In a small bowl, combine pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix well.
• Plate pork chops and top with tropical salsa if desired. Serve with rice, vegetables, or salad.

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