How to Make Smoked Pork Chops in Pineapple Glaze [Episode 219]

pineapple juice

🥗Healthier: fresh pineapple puree

💰Cheaper: canned pineapple juice

Fresh puree adds natural sweetness with less processing.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium reduces sodium intake while tamari is gluten-free.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

pork chops

🥗Healthier: chicken breasts

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken is leaner while pork loin is a more economical cut.

Prepare the smoker according to manufacturer's instructions and preheat to 225°F.

In a bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, black pepper, and salt to create the glaze.

In a small saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the glaze mixture.

Simmer the glaze for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.

Remove the glaze from heat and let it cool slightly.

Season the pork chops with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper on both sides.

Place the pork chops in the smoker and smoke for 1-1.5 hours, or until internal temperature reaches 145°F.

During the last 15 minutes of smoking, brush the pork chops with the pineapple glaze.

Remove the pork chops from the smoker and let them rest for 5-10 minutes.

While resting, grill or pan-sear pineapple slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until caramelized.

Serve the smoked pork chops topped with grilled pineapple and garnish with sliced green onions.

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