Brown Sugar & Molasses Brine

This brine helps keep Grilled Pork Rib Chops, Grilled Pork Blade Chops, or Grilled Thin Pork Chops juicy and adds a subtle flavor.

• 3-1/2 cups water
• 1/4 cup kosher salt
• 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
• 1 Tbs. molasses
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 3 to 4 lb. pork chops

Pour the water into a large bowl or plastic tub. Add the salt, sugar, and molasses and stir until dissolved. Stir in the ice so the brine chills quickly. Add the pork chops, set a plate on top to keep them submerged, and cover the bowl. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours but no more than 6 hours (less for thin chops).