Experience True Flavor with Lubbock Cherry Chops
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Get ready for a culinary adventure that will have your taste buds dancing with joy. Our Lubbock Cherry Chops are a masterpiece of flavor, combining succulent center-cut pork chops, a unique Lubbock spice blend, and a luscious cherry glaze that’s simply irresistible. We’re about to take you through this extraordinary recipe step by step, so grab your apron and let’s get cooking.
Lubbock Oil: A Flavor Infusion
To kick things off, we create Lubbock Oil, an infusion of rich olive oil and our signature Dude Food Fire Lubbock Spice Blend. This concoction adds depth and character to our pork chops, making them truly exceptional.
Pork Chops with a Twist
Our double-cut, bone-in pork chops are the stars of the show. We coat them with Lubbock Oil, sprinkle them with sea salt, and generously apply Dude Food Fire Lubbock Spice Blend. This infusion of flavors takes these chops to a whole new level.
The Grill Master’s Touch
Now, it’s time to fire up the grill. We sear the pork chops over cherry wood, infusing them with that delightful smoky essence. Then, we plank them on cherry wood and let them smoke to perfection. The result? Chops that are juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor. Let them rest a bit to allow those flavors to meld.
Cherry Glaze: The Grand Finale
To elevate our Lubbock Cherry Chops to a gourmet level, we craft a delectable Cherry Glaze. It’s a harmonious blend of sour cherries, butter, a touch of champagne, and a whisper of whiskey at the end. Every bite of these chops is a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.
Here’s the Recipe:
For Lubbock Oil:
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Dude Food Fire Lubbock Spice Blend
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 200 degrees.
- Remove from heat and stir in Dude Food Fire Lubbock Spice Blend.
- Let the oil sit for 15-20 minutes, then strain it through a paper filter into a jar or container. It will keep in the refrigerator for about 3 weeks.
For Pork Chops:
- 4 double-cut, bone-in pork chops, about 2 ½ inches thick
- 2 tablespoons Lubbock Oil
- 1 tablespoon fine sea salt (or 1 ½ tablespoons coarse kosher salt)
- 1 tablespoon Dude Food Fire Lubbock Spice Blend
- 4 4×6 cherry wood smoking planks
- Soak the planks in warm water for 45 minutes.
- Set the grill to medium-high heat and bring it up to temperature (about 650 degrees).
- Place the chops in a large mixing bowl and coat them thoroughly with Lubbock Oil.
- Lay the chops out on a sheet pan, sprinkle all sides with salt, and then apply Dude Food Fire Lubbock Spice Blend.
- Cover with plastic wrap and set aside for 1 hour.
- Grill for about 10-12 minutes, turning and flipping every 2-3 minutes until they’re dark brown (but not charred) – about 110 degrees internal temperature.
- Place planks on the grill and reduce heat to 400 degrees. Put the chops on the planks and cook for 20-30 minutes, turning once, until the internal temperature is 150-160 degrees.
- Remove from heat and let them rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
For Cherry Glaze:
- 2 ounces whole butter (salted)
- 1 tablespoon Lubbock Oil
- 3 large cloves garlic, sliced
- 1 shallot (about the size of a golf ball), thinly sliced (about ¼ cup)
- 1 cup dried sour cherries (whole, not chopped)
- 6 ounces white wine (or champagne works well also)
- 12 ounces cherry preserves
- 2 ounces water
- 1 tablespoon grain mustard
- ½ teaspoon whiskey
- In a 2 1/2-quart sauce pot over medium-high heat, add butter, oil, garlic, and shallots. Cook for 4 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium, then add cherries and wine. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until most (but not all) of the moisture is cooked out.
- Turn the heat to low and add preserves, water, and mustard. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Stir in the whiskey and taste for salt content – salt brings out the sweetness. Serve this over the pork chops.
So there you have it, an extraordinary recipe that combines Lubbock spice blend, wood-fired magic, and a symphony of flavors. Get ready to impress your taste buds and your dinner guests with these Lubbock Cherry Chops. Enjoy, and don’t forget to share your delicious creations with us!
