Chops are perfect for quck meals and casual dining. This simple lemon and tarragon rub creates a fresh flavour for a stand-alone dinner entree (Courtesy of National Pork Board)

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

• 4 Johnston’s Pork Chops, ¾-inch thick
• 4 tsp Olive Oil
• 1 Tbsp Dried Tarragon Leaves
• 1 ½ tsp Fresh Lemon Zest (zest from 1 medium-large lemon)
• 1 ½ tsp Garlic Pepper Blend
• 1 ½ tsp Dried Onion Powder
• ¼ tsp Kosher Salt

Cooking Directions

1. Preheat grill to medium high (400°F). Meanwhile, place pork on platter; drizzle with ½ teaspoon olive oil on each side. Brush to coat, set aside.
2. In small bowl, mix together tarragon, lemon zest, garlic pepper blend, onion powder and salt to make the dry rub. Rub about 1 ½ teaspoons of mixture over side of pork chops.
3. Place pork chops on preheated grill. Close lid; cook for 4 to 6 minutes per side pork until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
4. Serve and garnish with slice of lemon if desired.
5. Helpful Hint: Dry rubs create a nice crust of flavour. Press the rub into the meat - even massaging it helps deepen the flavour.