Summer Grilling Recipe: Pork Chops with Maple Syrup Sweet Potatoes

Tired of cooking the same old hotdogs and hamburgers every weekend? If so, consider modifying your summer fare by grilling up some delicious Pork Chops in their place! Low in carbs and high in protein, pork chops are an ideal alternative to the typical beef products you’ll see at any given BBQ. Searching for a great side that’s healthier than a loaded baked potato? Then, change things up by coupling your pork chops with maple syrup sweet potatoes instead. Both salty and sweet, you’ll be satiated, and potentially able to ward off dessert altogether!

Ingredients

4 1-inch-thick bone-in pork chops (about 2 pounds)

Kosher salt and black pepper

4 small sweet potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds), cut into wedges

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon maple syrup

2 scallions, chopped

Directions

Heat grill to medium-high. Season the pork chops with ¾ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Grill until cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes per side.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of the oil and ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper.

Place the potatoes on the grill, reserving the bowl. Cook, turning often, until tender and slightly charred, 10 to 12 minutes.

To the reserved bowl, add the syrup, scallions, remaining tablespoon of oil, and ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper.

Add the sweet potatoes and toss to coat. Serve with the pork.

Click here to view the recipe online at Real Simple.