Tomahawk Pork – Grilled to Perfection

Tomahawk steak has gained considerable popularity, but have you ever heard of Tomahawk pork? In today’s blog post, I’m excited to introduce a recipe I recently experimented with: grilled tomahawk pork chop. Join me as I delve into the world of this unique cut and share my experience with this mouthwatering dish.

Ingredients:

The ingredients for this recipe are delightfully uncomplicated. While the original recipe lists the following ingredients, I had to make a few substitutions as I couldn’t find them at my local supermarket. However, fear not, as I will share the alternative ingredients I used to ensure a delicious outcome.

• Pork chops – I used bone-in tomahawk pork chop but regular pork chops will do as well
• Salt & pepper – Season to taste.
• Chilli powder 
• Onion powder
• Sugar

In the absence of onion powder, I improvised by taking a large onion and halving it, then grilling it alongside the pork on the pan. This provided a similar flavor profile. To further enhance the seasoning, I incorporated garlic salt for an extra savory touch.

Method:

1. Marinate: Combine all the seasoning ingredients together and generously rub over the pork chops on both sides. Refrigerate for a couple hours before cooking.
2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook for 4-6 minutes per side, or until well seared and with an internal temperature of 145F-150F.
3. Let the pork chops rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Notes:

• To make the most of the rich flavors remaining in the pan from the pork, I utilized the oil and juices to cook the button mushrooms. The existing depth of flavor made additional seasoning unnecessary. I simply added a subtle sprinkle of salt and pepper to enhance the taste to my preference.
• To retain their delightful crunchiness, the green beans were prepared simply with a sprinkling of salt and pepper. This minimal seasoning approach allowed the natural flavors of the beans to shine through, resulting in a satisfying side dish.

Hope you will also give this recipe a try. For more recipes, please visit my recipe page here.