Grill-Seared Mojo Pork Chops

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in pork chops, 1-inch thick
• 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp salt

Instructions

1. 1

   In a shallow dish, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper to create the mojo marinade.

2. 2

   Place pork chops in the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated; cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 4 hours, turning once.

3. 3

   Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400-450°F) and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

4. 4

   Remove pork chops from the marinade, discarding any excess marinade, and pat them dry with paper towels for a better sear.

5. 5

   Grill the pork chops for 4-6 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F using a meat thermometer.

6. 6

   For beautiful grill marks, rotate the chops 45 degrees halfway through cooking each side.

7. 7

   Once cooked, transfer the chops to a clean plate, tent loosely with foil, and let them rest for 5-7 minutes before serving to lock in the juices.