Homemade Pork Chop Seasoning is a must-have in your kitchen. It's a mix of sweet and savory spices, making it easy to prepare even on busy nights. Pork Chops are my family favorite, we have it for dinner at least once a week. With it being such a popular recipe in my kitchen, I always want to have ready-made all-in-one seasoning to sprinkle over the pork chops.
Pork Chop Seasoning
There is a great sense of satisfaction in mixing my pork chop seasoning at home, I can customize it to suit my preferences. I prefer more garlic and paprika in my seasoning blends.
This easy mix of common spices has the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors. It takes just a few minutes to prepare and makes delicious, flavorful pork chops every time.
Whether you're cooking for a special occasion or just craving a flavorful meal, this seasoning blend is sure to impress! and the best thing is the convenience of use, you don't have to sprinkle multiple spices over your chops, just sprinkle a couple of spoons of this all in one spice blend for a delicious result.
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⭐Reasons To Love This Pork Chop Seasoning Recipe
- Easy to Make: With just a few simple ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry, this seasoning recipe is quick and easy to prepare. You can make up a batch in minutes.
- Customizable: You can adjust the quantities of each ingredient according to your taste preferences. Whether you prefer your pork chops sweeter, spicier, or more savory, you have the flexibility to customize the seasoning to suit your preference.
- Versatile: This seasoning blend isn't just for pork chops! You can use it to season other cuts of pork, such as pork loin, pork tenderloin, or even pork ribs. It's also great for seasoning chicken, lamb, or vegetables.
- Creates a Delicious Crust: The combination of brown sugar and spices helps to create a flavorful crust on the exterior of the pork chops when baked.
🧾Ingredients
All my favorite spices star in this seasoning!!
- Dark Brown Sugar: Adds sweetness and helps to caramelize the exterior of the pork chops during baking, creating a flavorful crust.
- Smoked Paprika: Provides a smoky and slightly sweet flavor, as well as a vibrant red color.
- Ground Cumin: Offers earthy, nutty, and slightly spicy notes.
- Ground Black Pepper: Adds a spicy kick to the seasoning.
- Garlic Powder: Provides a savory and aromatic flavor to the seasoning blend. It's an easy way to get garlic flavor without chopping up fresh garlic.
- Onion Powder: Offers a sweet and slightly pungent flavor reminiscent of onions. Just like garlic powder, it saves you the hassle of chopping fresh onions while still adding flavor.
- Chili Powder: Adds warmth, depth, and a mild spiciness to the seasoning blend.
- Cayenne Pepper: Adds heat and a fiery kick to the seasoning blend.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
👩🏻🍳How to Make Pork Chop Seasoning
These step-by-step instructions and photos will help you to visualize how to make this recipe. See the recipe card for a printable version of this recipe.
1. In a bowl, stir all the ingredients together until they're mixed well.
2. Keep the pork chop seasoning in a tightly sealed container to keep it fresh.
💭Tips for Recipe Success
Use fresh and good quality spices: Spices can lose their flavor and strength as time goes on. By using fresh, good-quality spices, you'll have a seasoning mix that's both tasty and full of flavor.
Storage: To keep your homemade pork chop seasoning fresh and flavorful for as long as possible, store it in a tightly sealed container or jar in a cool, dry spot away from sunlight. It can last for up to a year.
❓Commonly Asked Questions
Season pork chops generously with your pork chop seasoning blend on both sides, ensuring even coverage, before cooking to enhance their flavor and create a delicious meal.
A tangy apple compote pairs wonderfully with pork chops, adding a delightful sweetness and contrast to the savory flavors of the meat.
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📖 Recipe
The Best Pork Chops Seasoning
Ingredients
- 50 g Dark Brown Sugar
- 2 tablespoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Ground Cumin
- 1 tablespoon Ground Black Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion Powder
- 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix all ingredients until well combined.
- Store the pork chop seasoning in an airtight container.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.
Sandra says
This pork chop seasoning is a game-changer! It adds so much flavor and makes my pork chops juicy and delicious. Definitely going to be my go-to from now on!