Honey Marinade - (chicken / pork)

 

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 Tablespoons Dijon mustard and 1/4 cup each honey, Red-wine vinegar, and extra-virgin olive oil.  Season with ground pepper.

To store, refrigerate up to 3 weeks.

Pour marinade over 6 pork chops, OR 4 chicken breasts.  Refrgerate 1 hour or up to 3 hours, before grilling, baking or panfrying.  

Makes 3/4 cup

Other ideas:

drizzle over salad greens such as arugula or watercress

add to shredded red or green cabbage for a sweet-and-sou slaw

Toss with steamed cauliflower or broccoli

Marinate firm tofu before baking or grilling

a yummy honey garlic alternative here looks bomb too 

• Can I marinate the pork chops for less than or longer than the suggested 4-8 hours? Yes. For best flavor we recommend marinating pork chops for 4-8 hours, which allows the flavors to really come together and be absorbed into the pork. But if you’re short on time you could marinate the pork chops for only a quick 30 minutes. On the other end of the time range, we wouldn’t recommend longer than 10 hours of marinating.
• What is the secret to making tender pork chops? The key to a juicy pork chop is to not overcook it. Whole muscle cuts of pork – such as the tenderloin and pork chop – should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145℉.  People tend to overcook pork, which leaves it dry, tasteless, and tough. Cooking pork to 145℉ will leave it tender, juicy, and delicious. Also, marinating helps to tenderize pork chops.
• How should I store leftovers? Store leftover grilled pork chops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.