Entrée: United States – Pork Chops with Apple Sauce

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Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 5 min

Cook 15 min

Additional 5 min

Total 25 min

Ingredients

U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate; oz means weight ounces, not fluid ounces.

4 center-cut pork chops, about 1.5 lb total (680 g total)
2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
2 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
1 / 2 cup (120 ml) apple cider
1 tbsp (12 g) sugar
1 / 2 tsp (2.5 ml) cinnamon
Salt and pepper to taste

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4 center-cut pork chops, about 1.5 lb total (680 g total)
2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
2 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
1 / 2 cup (120 ml) apple cider
1 tbsp (12 g) sugar
1 / 2 tsp cinnamon
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
3. Remove the chops from the pan and let them rest while you make the apple sauce.
4. In the same skillet, add the chopped apples, apple cider, sugar, and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat until the apples are soft and the sauce is slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.
5. Spoon the warm apple sauce over the pork chops and serve immediately.

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