Beer Brined Grilled Pork Chops

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Moist pork chops soaked in a beer brine then grilled. the cooking time does not include 4hr-overnight marinating time. (recipe courtesy of foodfit.com)

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Steps

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Combine the water , beer , salt , brown sugar and molasses in a large bowl.

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Stir until salt and sugar dissolve.

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Stir in the ice.

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Place the pork chops in large resealable plastic bag.

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Pour beer brine over the pork chops and seal the bag.

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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight , turning occasionally.

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Preheat the grill to medium-high.

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In a small bowl , combine the garlic , black pepper and sage.

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Remove the pork chops from the brine and rub them with the garlic mixture.

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Grill the pork chops for 6 to 8 minutes per side , until they are cooked through.

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Transfer the chops to a platter and let them rest for a minute or two before serving.

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Ingredients

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water, lager beer, kosher salt, dark brown sugar, molasses, ice cube, center-cut pork loin chops, garlic, fresh coarse ground black pepper, dried sage