These Air Fryer Lemongrass Pork Chops are juicy, savory, slightly sweet, and packed with Vietnamese-inspired flavors. The combination of lemongrass, fish sauce, oyster sauce, garlic, and shallots creates a deeply flavorful marinade that transforms simple pork chops into a restaurant-quality meal. Air frying keeps the process easy while delivering beautifully caramelized edges and tender, juicy meat every time.

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•   2 tbsp lemongrass paste
•   1 tbsp garlic (minced)
•   2 tbsp shallots (minced)
•   4 tbsp soy sauce
•   2 tbsp fish sauce
•   4 tbsp oyster sauce
•   3 tbsp brown sugar
•   2 tbsp annattoo seed oil
•   black pepper (to taste)
•   steamed rice (for serving)
•   scallion oil (optional, i8for serving)

Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the lemongrass paste, garlic, shallots, soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, annatto seed oil, and black pepper.
2. Add the pork chops and coat thoroughly in the marinade.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. For deeper flavor, marinate for up to 6 hours.
4. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
5. Place the pork chops in a single layer inside the air fryer basket.
6. Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking.
7. The pork should be caramelized on the outside and fully cooked through with an internal temperature of 145°F.
8. Serve immediately with steamed rice and a drizzle of scallion oil if desired.