Brined Pork Chops

These pork chops are amazingly flavorful from a simple garlicky, herby brine.

Ingredients

• 4 thick cut bone-in pork chops

• 4 cups water

• 1/4 cup salt

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

• 1 tablespoon peppercorns

• 1 tablespoon coriander seeds

• 1 bay leaf

• 1 bunch rosemary

• 2 cloves garlic, smashed

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 1 tablespoon Koroneiki Olive Oil

Instructions

1. Mix the water, salt, sugar, pepper, coriander seeds, bay lead, rosemary and garlic in a pot and bring to a simmer. Mix well until the salt is dissolved, turn off the heat and cool.

2. Once cooled, transfer the brine to a bowl or a food storage bag and add the pork chops. Brine the pork chops for 2 hours or up to overnight. Remove the pork chops from the brine, rinse and dry with a paper towel.

3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter. Cook the pork chops for about 8 minutes per side until seared well and cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees. Rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Takes 15 minutes (plus brining time)

Serves 4