• Twelve 5-7 oz pork rib or loin chops

Flavor Brine:

• 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons sea salt or kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
• 2 ½ tablespoons grated or finely chopped garlic
• 2 tablespoons grated shallots or sweet white onion
• 1 bunch fresh coriander (cilantro)
• 1 bunch fresh thyme
• ¼ cup olive oil
• Thinly sliced red chile to taste (optional)

Seasoning:

• Sea salt or kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Canola oil or vegetable oil

Baste:

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 10 crushed garlic cloves
• Finely chopped savory herbs such as rosemary, thyme, marjoram, oregano, and/or sage (1/4 cup total)

Tools Required:

• Tongs
• Sealable plastic bag
• Bowl
• Paper towels
• Bacon press or foil-wrapped brick
• Cutting board
• Covered shallow 4-quart pan
• Paring knife or microplane
• Slicing knife