Hong Kong Style Baked Pork Chops with Pineapple
A popular comfort food dish in Hong Kong, these pork chops are marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, then baked with pineapple chunks, creating a delightful sweet and tangy flavor profile.
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 bone-in or boneless Pork chops(about 1-inch thick)
- 1 can (20 oz) Canned pineapple chunks(drained, reserve juice)
- 1/2 cup Ketchup
- 1/4 cup Pineapple juice(reserved from can)
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp Sugar
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- 2
Pat the pork chops dry. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- 3
In a bowl, whisk together ketchup, reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, and garlic powder to make the sauce. Mix well.
- 4
Place the seasoned pork chops in the prepared baking dish. Arrange the drained pineapple chunks around the pork chops.
- 5
Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the pork chops and pineapple.
- 6
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly. Baste the pork chops with the sauce halfway through baking.
- 7
Let the pork chops rest for a few minutes before serving. Spoon extra sauce over the pork chops.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Adjust the sugar and ketchup to your preference for sweetness and tanginess.
- ✓Using bone-in pork chops can add more flavor.
- ✓Ensure the pork chops are not too thin, or they may overcook quickly.
🔄 Variations
- Add a tablespoon of oyster sauce to the marinade for an extra umami boost.
- Include sliced onions or bell peppers in the baking dish.