Vietnamese Grilled Pork Chops
Tender pork chops marinated in lemongrass, garlic, and fish sauce, then grilled until caramelized. Serve with rice and fresh herbs for an authentic Vietnamese dinner.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 312
- Protein
- 34g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and olive oil in a bowl until combined.
Step 2
Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Rub marinade all over pork chops. Marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
Step 4
Heat grill to medium-high. Oil grates to prevent sticking.
Step 5
Grill pork chops 4–5 minutes per side without moving until caramelized and internal temp reaches 145°F.
Step 6
Transfer to a plate and rest 3 minutes before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- paper towels
- meat thermometer
- grill with grates
- tongs
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