Lime-Thyme-Tarragon Pork Chops 🍽️
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of our Lime-Thyme-Tarragon Pork Chops recipe! This delightful dish combines succulent pork chops with zesty lime, aromatic thyme, and fragrant tarragon, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, these pork chops are bursting with savory goodness and are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients:
- 2 pork chops
- 2 limes
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried tarragon
- Fresh cracked pepper, to taste
- Salt, to taste
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare the Pork Chops: Cut the pork chops in half, and while the grill is heating, squeeze a quarter of a lime over each of the four pieces. |
| 2 | Season the Chops: Sprinkle all four chops evenly on both sides with the thyme and tarragon and press spices in. Grind black pepper to taste on one side. |
| 3 | Heat the Grill: When the grill is hot, put mesquite chips on coals. |
| 4 | Grill the Chops: Sear both sides of the chops quickly and then grill until done, turning once. |
| 5 | Rest the Chops: Remove from the grill to a heated platter. Immediately salt and squeeze a little lime on each chop. Let rest for 5 minutes, loosely covered. |
| 6 | Serve: Serve with any accumulated platter juices. |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 123.2
- Fat Content: 7.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 37.5mg
- Sodium Content: 34.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 3.8g
- Fiber Content: 1g
- Sugar Content: 0.6g
- Protein Content: 11.6g
Recipe Notes:
- For added flavor, marinate the pork chops in the lime juice, thyme, and tarragon for 30 minutes before grilling.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences. You can add more pepper or herbs for extra flavor.
- Make sure not to overcook the pork chops to keep them juicy and tender.
- Enjoy these Lime-Thyme-Tarragon Pork Chops for a delicious and satisfying meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes!
