PAN ROASTED PORK CHOPS WITH PEA SHOOT PESTO
A pesto built on pea shoots, pine nuts and cilantro brightens this pork chop recipe. The chops are seared, then roasted in an oven for 15 minutes, putting dinner on the table in less than an hour. To serve, pair it with a light salad coated with lemon and olive oil, salt and pepper. Try it tonight.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a small skillet over medium-low heat, toast pine nuts, tossing occasionally, until golden, about 3 minutes.
- To prepare pesto, in a food processor or blender combine pea shoots, 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts, cilantro, Parmesan, garlic and salt. Pulse until roughly chopped. With motor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil; blend until well combined. Scrape pesto into a bowl.
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Cut each pork chop horizontally in half to bone, making a pocket for stuffing. Rub pork chops all over with cut side of garlic clove, grinding garlic juices into bone and meat. Season chops all over with salt and pepper, and fill each pocket with 1 tablespoon pesto.
- In a very large ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear pork chops until well browned, about 3 minutes a side. Transfer skillet to oven. Cook pork chops until they register 140 degrees on an instant-read thermometer, 12 to 15 minutes (or cook pork to taste). Let stand in skillet for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare salad: In a large bowl, toss together pea shoots, arugula, remaining 1/4 cup pine nuts, cilantro and shallot. Toss with enough olive oil to lightly coat greens; drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Divide salad among 4 serving plates. Place a pork chop on each bed of greens. Top chops with additional pesto. Spoon pan juices over each plate.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 919, UnsaturatedFat 50 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 71 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 62 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 1163 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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David Zamudio
[email protected]This recipe was a bit bland. I would add more seasoning to the pork chops next time.
Rana Ranx
[email protected]Good recipe. Will make again.
Don Aze
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. The pork chops are juicy and flavorful, and the pesto is the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.
Vicky Brayo
[email protected]Pork chops were a bit tough, but the pesto was good.
Mehwish Ashiq
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to change up your usual pork chop routine. The pea shoot pesto is a delicious and unique twist on a classic dish.
Musa Maswanganye
[email protected]Not a fan of the pesto, but the pork chops were cooked well.
Mama Adjei
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a hit! The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the pesto was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Olawunmi Omotunrayo
[email protected]Good recipe. The pork chops were tender and the pesto was tasty.
Rowann Singh
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the pesto was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.
sheey lee
[email protected]Pork chops were a bit overcooked, but the pesto was great.
Guadalupe Oporto
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pea shoots. The pesto was delicious and the pork chops were cooked perfectly.
Jam zohan
[email protected]Easy to follow recipe. Pork chops were cooked perfectly.
Matav Hussain
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pork chops, but this recipe changed my mind. The meat was cooked perfectly and the pesto was so flavorful.
Mdmwdut Mdmwdut
[email protected]The pork chops were a bit dry, but the pesto was delicious.
MUKTISINGH RAI
[email protected]This pork chop recipe is a winner! The meat was juicy and flavorful, and the pea shoot pesto was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again.