Description
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Balsamic Pork Chops with Cauli Mash. With juicy pork chops, savory balsamic vinegar, and creamy cauli mash, this dish makes for a delectable dinner that’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor. Perfect for a healthy, homemade meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick cut pork chops
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon each: salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon each: butter and olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- ½ cup chicken stock
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon each: cornstarch and cold water
- minced parsley (to serve)
Instructions
- Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel and season both sides with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a large pan, heat butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for about 8-10 minutes until golden brown on both sides, also browning any fat cap present. Remove chops from the pan.
- Leave 1 tablespoon of fat in the pan, add garlic, and cook for 30 seconds. Then, pour in balsamic vinegar, chicken stock, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil for 2 minutes while scraping the pan to release the bits stuck at the bottom.
- Return the pork chops and any juices to the pan. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until the pork reaches 145°F (about 5 minutes).
- Take the pork chops out and combine cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl. Pour it into the pan and stir for 30 seconds until thickened. Return the pork chops to the pan and serve with minced parsley on top.
Notes
Pork chops should be at least 1 inch thick for best results.
Ensure to check the internal temperature for doneness at 145°F.
Use fresh minced parsley for added flavor and garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg