Pork chops are the perfect keto meal. They have all the fat and protein you need, plus they are delicious.

If you recently bought double cut pork chop, and now you are wondering how to cook them, here is a great recipe.

We are going to brine, smoke, and grill the double bone in pork chop- until it’s extremely juicy and flavorful.

Your guests will be impressed, and I can promise you not a single chop will be left on the plate.

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Double Cut Pork Chops Recipe ingredients

Brine

2/3 cup Salt

1/5 cup Sugar – We are using sugar only for the brine. The meat will not absorb much of it.

1 qt (1L) Hot Water

Ice Cubes

Rub

1/4 cup Chili Powder

2 tablespoons Salt

1 tablespoon Paprika

How To Prepare Double Cut Pork Chop?

We are going to brine, smoke, and then grill the double bone in pork chop. It takes some time, but it is worth the wait.

These will be the most flavorful, tender, and juicy pork chops you have ever eaten. Your guests will be raving about them, and you will be the hero of the day.

Step 1: Brine

Combine the brine ingredients in a bowl, add hot water and mix together well. Once everything is dissolved -a add cold water and ice to speed up the cooling process.

Once the brine has cooled to room temperature, place the pork chops in a large baking dish and pour the brine over them covering them entirely.

Leave in the refrigerator for 1-6 hours. The longer, the better. I recommend 6 hours.

Step 2: Heating The Smoker

Start the smoker, at a temperature of 225F (110C). Place the double cut pork chop in the smoker for about 2 hours.

Once they reach an internal temperature of 145F (63C), remove from the smoker.

Step 3: Grilling

Now turn up the heat on your smoker to high and put the pork chops back on. You can also move the chops to a grill.

Sprinkle the double smoked pork chops with the run and grill for about 2 minutes on each side. I recommend grilling the sides as well for 30 seconds.

And now – it’s time to eat! Enjoy!

Can You Skip The Brining Step?

We are brining the double thick pork chops in order to make them juicy and tender. The chops will absorb the liquids.

You can skip this part, but the chops will not be as juicy. Don’t be lazy. Brining, smoking, and grilling may take some time, but the result is definitely worth it!

These will be the best pork chops you have ever had!

Are Smoked Double Cut Pork Chops Keto Friendly?

Yes. We use sugar for the brine, but not much of it is absorbed. For the rub- we do not use any sugar.

Pork chops are great for people on the keto diet because they are high in protein and fat, and contain zero carbs.

This makes them the perfect food to help you stay in ketosis, and lose weight quickly.

Moreover, pork chops are also very versatile and can be cooked in a variety of ways.In this recipe, we brine, smoke, and grill them- giving them a delicious flavor that is perfect for any keto meal.

Double Cut Pork Chop vs. Regular Pork Chop

Many people wonder what is a double cut pork chop, and what is the difference between it and a regular pork chop.

The double cut pork chop is simply two chops that have been cut from the same section- making them thicker.

Some say that the extra thickness of the double cut pork chop makes it juicier and more flavorful, while others say that the regular pork chop is just as good. So, which one is actually better?

The answer may surprise you – both types of pork chops have their own benefits! Double cut pork chops are indeed thicker, which means that they can hold onto more moisture and flavor.

However, regular pork chops are often cheaper than double cut bone in pork chop and easier to find.

So, in the end, it all comes down to personal preference. If you want a juicier, more flavorful pork chop, go for the double cut.

How Long To Grill Double Cut Pork Chops?

Since we brine and smoke the chops before grilling, the actual grilling time will be much shorter. We recommend grilling over high heat for about 2 minutes per side.

Some people like their meat cooked very-well-done, but we find that grilling the chops for a shorter amount of time results in juicier, more flavorful meat.

Sous Vide Double Cut Pork Chop

It’s also possible to sous vide a double cut pork chop, instead of grilling it. But I recommend still using a brine, and smoking it prior to cooking it in the
sous vide water bath.

Double Cut Pork Chop Oven Option

If you don’t want to grill the chops, you can prepare them in the oven. Set the highest oven temperature, and turn on the fan. Cook them for a few minutes until they are nicely browned on both sides.