Instructions
1. Make brine by whisking salt into warm water until dissolved. Stir in vinegar, brown sugar and ice. Add pork chops and brine 30 minutes. Rinse and pat dry.
2. Make marinade by whisking together all ingredients. Reserve 2 Tbsp for finishing.
3. Rub pork chops all over with marinade. Let sit 15 minutes.
4. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 Tbsp oil. Sear chops 3 minutes per side until browned. Top each chop with 1⁄2 Tbsp butter.
5. Transfer skillet to 400°F oven and bake 5-10 minutes until chops reach 145°F internally.
6. Remove chops and let rest 5 minutes. Drizzle with reserved marinade before serving.
7. Grill pineapple rings 4 minutes per side. Serve chops with grilled pineapple and cilantro.
Nutrition
Calories: 508kcal
