Buttermilk Brined Pork Chops
Tender, juicy, and packed with flavor, these buttermilk-brined pork chops are the perfect balance of savory herbs and rich buttermilk tenderness.
Looking for a flavorful main dish? These buttermilk brined pork chops are the answer. A blend of fresh rosemary, sage, and black pepper infuses the chops with aromatic depth, while the buttermilk brine ensures a melt-in-your-mouth texture. After an overnight soak, the pork is seared to golden perfection in a non-stick pan, creating a crispy crust while keeping the inside irresistibly moist. Simple yet sophisticated, this dish is ideal for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion meal. Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy every delicious bite!
Maker: Gentle Harvest
The Gentle Harvest offers locally grown, organic and humane proteins, produce, retail goods, and pet food as both a retailer and wholesaler from their store in Marshall, Virginia. They use organic, local and non-GMO meats and produce wherever possible in preparing the dishes on the menu. Their parent business, Ayrshire Farm® is a USDA Certified Organic and Certified Humane® working farm raising heritage breed livestock
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Gentle Harvest is a mission-driven company dedicated to providing high-quality, ethically sourced, and sustainably produced food. With a strong emphasis on organic and regenerative farming practices, the company partners with local farmers to ensure that all products—ranging from pasture-raised meats and organic produce to wholesome pantry staples—meet the highest standards of quality and sustainability.
Founded on the belief that food should nourish both people and the planet, Gentle Harvest prioritizes transparency, humane animal welfare, and eco-friendly packaging. The brand operates farm-to-table retail locations, offering customers a unique shopping and dining experience that aligns with their values of ethical consumption and environmental responsibility.
By bridging the gap between responsible farming and conscious consumers, Gentle Harvest is redefining what it means to eat well—delivering food that is not only delicious but also supports a healthier world.
Buttermilk Brined Pork Chops
Tender, juicy, and packed with flavor, these buttermilk-brined pork chops are the perfect balance of savory herbs and rich buttermilk tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Time to Marinate: Overnight
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 4 pork chops 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Marinade
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4x 6oz bone-in, center-cut pork chops, ½ inch thick
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Combine buttermilk, salt, sugar, lemon ring, rosemary and sage in a glass container with a sealable lid. Stir until salt and sugar dissolve. Alternate method: use a large zip-top plastic bag and shake ingredients until salt and sugar dissolve.
- Add pork, flip to coat all side. Seal and refrigerate overnight, turning the pork occasionally.
- Remove pork from marinade. Pat the pork dry with a paper towel. Sprinkle with pepper.
- Heat a large, non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Coat the pan with cooking spray. Add pork. Cook 3 ½ minutes on each side, or until the desired degree of doneness.
