Chicken Free Ginger & Coconut Aminos Pork Chops
These bone-in pork chops are the kind of weeknight dinner that feels way more impressive than the effort involved. A marinade built from coconut aminos, fresh grated ginger, garlic, honey, and a touch of turmeric gives the meat a deeply savory, slightly sweet flavor with a warm, aromatic backbone. The technique here is smart — a hard sear in coconut oil locks in that gorgeous golden crust, then a quick oven finish brings everything to a perfectly juicy 145°F without drying out the meat. While the chops rest, the reserved marinade gets reduced into a glossy glaze that you spoon right over the top, so nothing goes to waste and every bite is coated in bold flavor. Fresh scallions and cilantro at the end add a bright, herby lift that balances the richness beautifully. Because the ingredient list is built entirely around pork and pantry staples, there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden poultry-derived broths or additives — what you see is exactly what goes in the pan. It's a clean, satisfying plate that earns a permanent spot in the dinner rotation.
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4 servings
For the pork
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick, 6–8 oz each)
- ½ tsp salt
For the marinade and glaze
- ⅓ cup coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
For searing
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
For serving
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, fresh ginger, garlic, honey, turmeric, and ground ginger until combined. Reserve 3 tablespoons of this mixture in a small saucepan and set aside for the glaze. Pour the remaining marinade into a large zip-top bag or shallow dish.
- 2
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with the salt. Add the chops to the marinade, seal or cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
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