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Easy Korean Pork Chops - Pork Chop Recipes

Let me tell you, these Korean pork chops are the kind of dinner that makes you feel like you pulled off a cooking magic trick. They’re fast, they’re flavorful, and they make you look like you’ve been secretly taking cooking lessons from a Korean grandmother. This is one of those pork chop recipes you’ll come back to on busy weeknights when you need something tasty without the fuss. I’ve tried my fair share of quick pork chop recipes, but this one hits differently. The sauce has that perfect sweet-salty balance, like your taste buds are at a karaoke night and everyone’s actually on key. The glaze clings to the chops like it knows it belongs there, and honestly, it does. If you’ve ever drooled over korean pork belly recipes, you’ll understand the joy of watching these chops sizzle in the pan. Here’s the kicker. These pork chops are done in just 30 minutes, which puts them on my list of Korean Food Recipes Easy enough to whip up after a long day. They’re the kind of meal you brag about making yourself instead of dialing takeout. They remind me of fried pork chop recipes my mom used to make, but with a bold, saucy twist that feels restaurant-worthy. And if you’re like me, you’ll wonder if they’d work in the pressure cooker, because hello, pork chop instant pot recipes are lifesavers.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Keywords: Fried Pork Chop Recipes, Korean Food Recipes Easy, korean pork belly recipes, pork chop instant pot recipes, pork chop recipes, quick pork chop recipes, recipes for pork chops
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 4 pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 green onions, chopped for garnish
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and black pepper.
  2. Place pork chops in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour marinade over them and let sit for at least 15 minutes (or overnight if you’re a planner).
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and sear for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Pour remaining marinade into the skillet and cook until the sauce thickens slightly and the pork chops reach 145°F internally.
  5. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.