Brined Pork Chops
A keto brined pork chop is a low-carb, high-fat pork chop that has been soaked in a solution of salt, herbs, and spices to infuse flavor and moisture. It is a delicious and healthy option for those following a ketogenic diet.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 460kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup half and half
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 tsp dried sage
- 2 8-oz bone-in center cut pork chops about 3/4 inch thick
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk half and half and apple cider vinegar in a bowl and let sit for 3 min, until the liquid has thickened.
- Add in salt, rosemary, and sage and stir to combine. In a glass airtight container or large ziptop bag, add pork and brine together. Seal and refrigerate 12-24 hours, turning the bag occasionally.
- Remove pork from bag and discard brine. Pat the pork dry with a paper towel. Sprinkle pork with pepper.
- Heat a large grill pan over medium-high heat and coat the grill with cooking spray. Cook the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees.
- Let the pork chops sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pork chop | Calories: 460kcal | Total Carbs: 2g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 27g | Net Carbs: 2g