• 3/4 cup orange juice
• 2 tbsp. soy sauce
• 1 tsp. sugar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 8 sprigs fresh thyme – fresh makes a difference!
• 2 tbsp. butter (I use less)
• 2 tbsp. oil (I use less)
• 8 lean pork chops (or a pork tenderloin)

Combine the first 6 ingredients and set aside.  Score the pork chops 1/8-inch deep in a crisscross pattern on each side.  Place in a dish and pour the marinade over the chops.   I like to marinate these overnight but a few hours is fine.

Heat the butter and oil; add the chops and saute for about 3-5 minutes on each side, browning them well.  Reduce heat to low and pour reserved marinade over chops.  Cook until done, about 8-10 minutes more.  Remove the chops and keep warm.

I also like to use a pork tenderloin instead of the chops.  Brown on all sides and bake in a 400 degree oven for about 20-30 minutes depending on the size of your tenderloin.

Reduce the marinade to 1/3 cup and pour over the cooked chops or tenderloin.  I enjoy my Black Bean Sauce with this recipe.

http://cookingwithauntjuju.com/2012/10/13/pork-with-a-soy-orange-sauce/