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Memphis Dry-Rub BBQ Pork Chops
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Memphis Dry-Rub BBQ Pork Chops

Classic Southern bone-in chops coated in a paprika-heavy dry rub and slow-grilled.

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

25 min

Servings

6

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick)
  • 0.25 cup Smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon Onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon Ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dry mustard powder
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together the paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, cayenne, and dry mustard.

  2. 2

    Pat the pork chops completely dry with paper towels to ensure the rub sticks properly.

  3. 3

    Lightly brush both sides of each pork chop with a thin layer of vegetable oil.

  4. 4

    Generously coat each chop with the dry rub, pressing it firmly into the meat with your hands.

  5. 5

    Preheat your grill to medium-low heat, creating a two-zone setup if possible for indirect cooking.

  6. 6

    Place the chops on the cooler side of the grill and cover, cooking for about 6-8 minutes per side.

  7. 7

    Move the chops to the direct heat for the last 2 minutes to develop a slight crust without burning the sugar.

  8. 8

    Remove the chops from the grill when the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F and let them rest for 5 minutes.

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