Ingredients and Weight:
- Pork chops: 8 pieces (about 2 pounds)
- Apple cider: 1 cup
- Honey: 2 tablespoons
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Ground ginger: 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground pepper: 1/4 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Cooking oil: 2 tablespoons
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground pepper, and salt. Mix well.
- Rub the pork chops with the spice mixture on both sides.
- Heat the cooking oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Place the pork chops in the pan and cook for about 5 minutes per side, or until browned.
- Reduce the heat to low and pour the apple cider into the pan. Add the honey.
- Cover and let the pork chops simmer in the sauce for about 20 minutes, or until fully cooked and the sauce is reduced.
- Serve the pork chops with the remaining sauce on top.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Based on the ingredients listed, each pork chop will have about 250 calories (may vary depending on specific amounts used).
- Protein: Pork chops are a good source of protein.
- Fat: Cooking oil and a little bit of fat from the pork chop.
- Carbohydrates: From the apple cider and honey.
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique flavor combination of sweet and spicy with the apple cider and honey sauce.
- The pork chops are tender and juicy when cooked properly.
- Can be paired with a variety of side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
User Comments:
- "The flavors were amazing! The apple cider and spice combination was unique and really brought out the taste of the pork."
- "I loved how tender the pork chops were. The sauce was sweet and spicy, just as described."
- "This dish was a hit with my family. The preparation was easy to follow, and it was a great dish to serve for a special occasion."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh pork chops for best results.
- Adjust the heat according to your preference. If you like it spicier, add more ground pepper.
- If you want to thicken the sauce, you can add a little bit of cornstarch slurry at the end of cooking.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the best flavor and texture of the pork chops.
