SAUTEED SPICE RUBBED PORK CHOPS WITH PAN SAUCE
Steps:
- Make rub: mix all ingredients together in a small bowl or jar (You can store it for a couple of months in a tightly sealed jar.)
- Coat the chops generously with spice rub and let marinate for up to 2 hours at room temperature or overnight in the refrigerator. Let refrigerated meat come to room temperature before cooking. Scrape off any excess rub and pat the chops dry.
- In a large, heavy skillet, heat the oil over high heat. When the pan is hot enough to sear the chops but not burn them, add the chops. They should make a gentle hissing sound when they hit the pan, not an explosive sputter. Adjust the heat if the pan seems too hot or remove the pan from the heat for 30 seconds or so (count this time as part of the overall cooking time). Sear the chops on one side for 1 to 2 minutes, or until beginning to brown lightly. Turn the chops over and sear for 1 minute more.
- Reduce the heat so that the chops continue to sizzle -- do not turn the heat so low that there are no more sizzling sounds (if the heat is too low, the chops will sweat and juices will exude from the meat and leave it dry. Cover the pan and cook for 3 to 4 more minutes more on the other side. The chops are done when the meat is firm but not hard when pressed with a finger. Better still, test them with an instant-read thermometer -- the meat should register 145 to 155 degrees and will still be acceptable at 160 degrees. For the juiciest results, remove the chops from the pan when they register 145 degrees, cover loosely with foil, and let them rest for 5 minutes or so before serving, to stabilize the juices.
- To make the pan sauce: pour off all but 1 tablespoon of fat from the pan, leaving any meat juices. Adjust the heat to medium and add garlic. Stir, cook for 30 seconds, then add remaining ingredients, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring the sauce to a boil and reduce it over high heat until it just turns syrupy. Put the pork chops back into the pan and turn them several times in the sauce to transfer the flavors -- this should take no more than 30 seconds. Serve chops with sauce
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Areeb Khanjii
[email protected]Overall, this is a great recipe for pork chops. The spice rub and pan sauce add a lot of flavor to the meat. I would definitely recommend it.
Hadi Sedaqatyar
[email protected]This dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but my husband loved it. The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the pan sauce was flavorful.
draco malfoy
[email protected]I made this recipe for my husband and he loved it. The pork chops were tender and juicy, and the pan sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Morales Romero
[email protected]These pork chops were delicious! The spice rub was perfect and the pan sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.
Nadim Sany
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to add some variety to your weeknight dinner routine. The pork chops are flavorful and the pan sauce is delicious. I served them with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a hit with my family.
Colby Odell
[email protected]I loved the flavor of the spice rub, but the pork chops were a bit overcooked for my taste. I would cook them for less time next time.
Fire gaming
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and tasted great. The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the pan sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Shuqa Morabo
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The pork chops are always tender and juicy, and the pan sauce is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
Moazam Ghumman
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pork chops. The spice rub and pan sauce add a lot of flavor to the meat.
Aisha fofana
[email protected]The pork chops were a bit dry, but the pan sauce was delicious. I would try this recipe again, but I would cook the pork chops for less time.
Kyle Armstrong
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the pork chops and the pan sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
TAREKULL ISLAM 1.1
[email protected]This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. The pork chops were tender and juicy, and the pan sauce was flavorful.
Lakeya Smith
[email protected]I loved this recipe! The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the pan sauce was divine. I served them with roasted vegetables and it was a delicious meal.
Hezron Mills
[email protected]These pork chops were easy to make and tasted great. The spice rub gave them a nice kick of flavor. I will definitely be making these again.
Muhammad B Hama
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the pork chops turned out perfectly. The spice rub was flavorful and the pan sauce was rich and creamy. This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner.
Queen Smart
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The pork chops were tender and juicy, and the pan sauce was delicious. I highly recommend this dish.
Atif Mehmood
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved the pork chops and the pan sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
Witchki
[email protected]These pork chops were amazing! The spice rub was flavorful and the pan sauce was rich and savory. I served them with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.