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Basil & Garlic Rubbed Rib Chops

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  • Cut: Chops/steaks
  • Prep Time (Minutes): 10
  • Cook Time (Minutes): 15
  • Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 pork rib chops, bone-in, about 1-inch / 2.5 cm thick
1 cup / 250 mL packed fresh basil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp / 30 mL EACH extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice
1 tsp / 5 mL coarse salt
½ tsp / 2 mL ground black pepper

Directions

  1. With sharp knife, trim chops of any unwanted fat.
  2. Finely chop basil and place in a small bowl. Add remaining ingredients. Stir until mixture is the consistency of a thin paste.
  3. Spread basil mixture on both sides of chops. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let stand 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat barbecue on high; reduce heat to medium. Grill chops on a lightly oiled grill grate, 5-7 minutes per side or until instant-read thermometer registers 155°F. Turn once or twice.
  5. Remove chops from grill onto a clean plate. Tent loosely with foil and allow chops to rest 3-5 minutes before serving.

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