Halal Sweet and Savory Brown Sugar Chops
Soft, juicy halal chops coated in a rich blend of brown sugar, butter, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. These golden-baked chops offer a perfect balance of caramelized sweetness and savory depth, ideal for impressing guests or satisfying weeknight cravings.
- 4 thick 1-inch beef sirloin chops
- 4 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon no-alcohol soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon halal Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (for greasing)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
- Lightly grease a baking dish with 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- Pat chops dry, season both sides with salt and pepper
- Arrange chops in a single layer in the dish
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon brown sugar over each chop
- Place 1 tablespoon butter on top of the sugar on each chop
- Drizzle no-alcohol soy sauce and halal Worcestershire sauce evenly over the chops
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 40 minutes
- Remove foil and bake an additional 20 minutes for a golden crust
- Rest chops for 5 minutes before serving
Ensure soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce are certified halal and alcohol-free
Use a meat thermometer to confirm internal temperature reaches 145°F
Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days
