PORK CHOPS (COSTELETAS DE PORCO)

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Brazilian cooks use marinades, not just to tenderize meats, but to give them extra flavor and as the basis for a lively accompanying sauce. From A Little Brazilian Cookbook by Elizabeth Lambert Ortiz.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Pork

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup lemon juice
1 bay leaf, crumbled
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, crushed
2 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste
1/2 small fresh hot red chili peppers or 1/2 small fresh hot green chili pepper, seeded and chopped
4 pork loin chops, thick-cut
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Puree the first 8 ingredients in a blender or food processor.
  • Arrange the chops in a dish and pour over the marinade.
  • Marinate for 4 hours, turning once or twice.
  • Lift out the chops and scrape off any marinade.
  • Pat dry with paper towels.
  • Heat the butter in a pan, add the chops, cook on a moderate heat 4-5 minutes on each side.
  • Remove to a serving platter and keep warm.
  • Add the marinade to the casserole, add a little water or white or red wine, bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Pour over chops and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 645.3, Fat 44.1, SaturatedFat 14.1, Cholesterol 186.1, Sodium 217.8, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 53.1

Hichem Abdi
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These pork chops were delicious! I served them with roasted potatoes and vegetables, and it was a perfect meal.


Usman Ramzan Bati
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I highly recommend this recipe. The pork chops were so juicy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


Kalab Zinaye
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Not a fan of the spice rub, but the chops were cooked well.


Steve Henwood
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I would definitely make this recipe again. It was easy to follow and the pork chops turned out great!


yamila perdomo
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork chops were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The sauce was also very tasty.


Ali'zzz_ Official
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The chops were a bit dry, but the sauce was excellent.


love hurt
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I've made this recipe several times and it never disappoints. The pork chops are always juicy and delicious.


Robert Moses
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I marinated the pork chops overnight, which made them extra flavorful. They were a hit at my dinner party!


SUNNY KHAN
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A bit too salty for my taste, but otherwise a great recipe.


A.B. Nahid
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Amazing recipe! The pork chops were tender and cooked to perfection.


Peace Ibiwari
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These pork chops were incredibly juicy and flavorful! I followed the recipe exactly, and the chops cooked perfectly. My family loved them!