Wine Infused Grilled Pork Chops

Center-cut pork chops are so lean that grilling can make them dry. Brining with Holland House cooking wine changes that, infusing the pork with moisture and a rich, red wine flavor.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 551 Calories

Ingredients

• ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
• 2 (16 ounce) bottles Holland House® Red Cooking Wine
• 1 ½ teaspoons table salt*
• 1 teaspoon fresh-ground pepper
• 4 (8 ounce) center cut pork chops, 3/4 inch thick
• 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder**

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

To make our brine flavor infusion, pour about 2/3 cup cooking wine into a glass. Stir in rosemary and garlic. Microwave on high 1 minute. Cool to room temperature--at least 30 minutes, stirring once or twice. (Or place glass in an ice water bath to chill faster; stir occasionally.)

Step 2

Meanwhile, pour remaining Holland House cooking wine into a non-metallic container or bowl that is wide and deep enough to hold the 4 chops. Add sugar, salt and pepper; stir until sugar and salt are dissolved. Stir in the cooled flavor infusion.

Step 3

Place pork chops in brine so they are completely submerged. Cover and refrigerate 18 to 24 hours, turning chops at least once.

Step 4

Preheat grill to medium-low heat, 325-350 degrees F. Arrange coals to grill chops over indirect heat. Drain chops and discard brine. If desired, rub both sides of chops with ancho chile powder. Grill 10 minutes; turn and grill 4-6 minutes more or until internal temperature is 140 degrees F. Remove, cover with foil and let rest 5 minutes before serving.