Step 1

Trim any visible fat from your pork chops.

Step 2

In a small bowl combine the water, sugar and salt and whisk until it dissolves.

Step 3

Add basil, lemon zest and juice, and pepper. Mix well.

Step 4

Add the pork chops to a resealable plastic bag and pour in the brine mixture; then refrigerate for 2 hours.

Step 5

Take the pork out of the refrigerator approximately 15 minutes prior to cooking so that the meat comes to room temperature; discard the marinade.

Step 6

Heat the grill and cook the pork chops until the internal temperature reaches a minimum of 145 degrees.