Garlic Relish on Pork Chop

📜 Collection: Unknown Twenty Six | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Sauces A vibrant garlic relish and marinade pairing perfectly with pork chops. Features fresh tomatoes, herbs, balsamic vinegar, and a rich soy-mustard blend.


Prep TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
15 mins15 mins2 hours4 servings

🔪 Key Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients

Garlic Relish

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
1 tbspGarlicMinced
2 tbspBasilFresh
1 tbspOreganoMinced
1/4 cupBalsamic VinegarOr wine vinegar
2 tbspOlive OilExtra virgin
6Roma TomatoesChopped
3/4 cupRed OnionChopped

Marinade

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
1/2 cupSoy SauceStandard
2 tbspDijon MustardSmooth
1 tbspHoneyLiquid
1 tspGarlicMinced
2LemonsJuiced
1 tbspDried SageCrushed
1/4 cupOlive OilStandard

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Relish

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the 1 tbsp garlic, 2 tbsp basil, 1 tbsp oregano, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp olive oil, 6 Roma tomatoes, and 3/4 cup red onion. Toss gently until well mixed and set aside to let the flavors meld.

Step 2: Prepare the Marinade

  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the 1/2 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp dijon mustard, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp garlic, juice of 2 lemons, 1 tbsp dried sage, and 1/4 cup olive oil until smooth.

Step 3: Marinate and Cook

  1. Coat your pork chops in the marinade, place them in a plastic bag over night in the refrigerator.
  2. Cook the marinated pork chops to your desired doneness, then top generously with the fresh garlic relish before serving.

💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: The marinade and relish can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and stored separately in the refrigerator.


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