Canadian Grilled Pork Chops with Apple Compote

Introduction

Enjoy the ultimate grilled pork chop experience with a thick-cut, juicy seared chop paired with a warm apple compote. Using the Arteflame grill, you’ll achieve a steakhouse-quality sear at over 1,000°F on the center grill grate, locking in all the flavorful juices. Follow this step-by-step guide to master the reverse searing method and cook everything directly on the flat-top cook surface. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this perfectly grilled, Canadian-inspired dish!

Ingredients

• 4 thick-cut bone-in pork chops
• Salt and black pepper (to taste)
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp butter (for grilling)
• 2 large apples, cored and sliced
• 2 tbsp butter (for compote)
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour vegetable oil on three paper napkins and place them inside the grill.
2. Stack firewood over the napkins.
3. Light the napkins and wait about 20 minutes for the grill to fully heat.

Step 2: Season the pork chops

1. Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel.
2. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.

Step 3: Sear the pork chops

1. Place the pork chops on the center grill grate over 1,000°F heat.
2. Sear each side for about 2 minutes until a rich, golden crust forms.
3. Move the chops to the flat cooktop to continue cooking.

Step 4: Finish cooking on the flat cooktop

1. Position the chops on the griddle cooktop to gently cook them to 145°F internal temperature.
2. Remove from heat at around 130°F as they will continue cooking while resting.

Step 5: Make the apple compote

1. On the flat cooktop, melt 2 tbsp butter in a medium-heat zone.
2. Add sliced apples and sauté until soft.
3. Stir in maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and lemon juice.
4. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the apples are caramelized and tender.

Step 6: Serve the dish

1. Plate the pork chops and spoon warm apple compote over the top.
2. Let the meat rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.

Tips

• Always rest the pork chops after grilling to allow juices to redistribute.
• Measure the internal temperature with a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
• Use unsalted butter for better control of seasoning.
• Grill the apples at medium heat to ensure they don’t burn while caramelizing.

Variations

1. Spiced Apple Bourbon Compote: Add 1 tbsp bourbon and a pinch of cloves to the apple compote for deep, rich flavor.
2. Honey Mustard Pork Chops: Mix honey and Dijon mustard as a glaze and brush onto the pork chops before searing.
3. Savory Garlic Butter Pork Chops: Swap the apple compote for a garlic herb butter sauce.
4. Pineapple Maple Pork Chops: Replace apples with grilled pineapple slices tossed in maple syrup.
5. Cranberry Apple Compote: Mix in fresh cranberries with the apple compote for a tart twist.

Best Pairings

• Grilled asparagus drizzled with butter.
• Roasted baby potatoes seasoned with smoked paprika.
• A glass of chilled Canadian apple cider.
• A side of fresh coleslaw with apple cider vinaigrette.

Conclusion

Grilling pork chops on the Arteflame grill ensures a perfectly seared, juicy result, and pairing it with a warm apple compote enhances the dish with a delightful sweet-savory balance. Mastering the reverse sear method will take your grilling to the next level, and you can customize the recipe with different flavors to keep things exciting. Fire up your Arteflame grill today and enjoy this incredible Canadian grilled pork chop dish!