Emulsifier Free Ginger & Coconut Aminos Pork Chops
These pork chops are bold, savory, and deeply satisfying — the kind of weeknight dinner that feels like it took way more effort than it did. Coconut aminos stand in beautifully for conventional soy sauce, delivering that rich, umami-forward depth without any of the additives or emulsifiers that sneak into so many bottled sauces and marinades. Fresh ginger, garlic, honey, and a touch of turmeric round out the marinade with warm, layered flavor that soaks right into the meat. The technique here is a classic sear-then-roast, which locks in a gorgeous golden crust before the oven finishes the job gently and evenly. A reserved portion of the marinade gets cooked down into a glossy glaze that you spoon right over the rested chops — simple, clean, and completely free of thickeners or stabilizers. Scallions and fresh cilantro on top add a bright, herby finish that makes the whole plate pop. Every ingredient is straightforward and easy to source, so you can cook with total confidence about what's actually going into the dish.
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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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