Apricot Pork Chops

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Pork chops - 8 pieces (about 2 pounds)
2. Apricots - 1 cup dried apricots, or 2 cups fresh apricots (sliced)
3. Brown sugar - 1/4 cup
4. Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
5. Honey - 2 tablespoons
6. Garlic - 3 cloves (minced)
7. Fresh herbs (optional) - such as rosemary or thyme, for seasoning
8. Cooking oil - for frying

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 40 minutes
• Total: 1 hour

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Marinate the pork chops with soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic for about 15 minutes.
2. Heat enough cooking oil in a frying pan to cover the bottom of the pan.
3. Place the pork chops in the hot pan and fry until browned on both sides.
4. Lower the heat and add brown sugar, stirring constantly until the sugar caramelizes and coats the pork chops.
5. Add the sliced apricots and fresh herbs (if using) and mix well.
6. Cover and let the pork chops simmer for about 20-30 minutes or until fully cooked and tender.
7. Serve hot with your choice of side dish.

Nutritional Information: (Please note that the exact nutritional information may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)

• Calories: Depending on the weight of the pork chops and other ingredients, the dish can range from 400-500 calories per serving.
• Fat: Moderate, mostly from pork and cooking oil.
• Carbohydrates: From brown sugar and apricots.
• Protein: From pork chops.

Dish Characteristics:

• The combination of sweet and savory flavors from the apricots and brown sugar creates a unique taste experience.
• The dish has a rich, caramelized appearance due to the brown sugar, making it visually appealing.
• Pork chops are tender and juicy when cooked properly.

User Comments:

1. "The flavors in this dish were amazing! The apricots added a unique touch."
2. "I loved how tender the pork chops were and the sweet-savory balance was perfect."
3. "The dish was easy to make and came out delicious. Will make again!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Ensure the pork chops are cooked through before removing from heat to ensure safety.
• Adjust the sweetness according to personal preference by adding more or less brown sugar.
• Use fresh herbs for a more pronounced flavor; if not available, dried herbs can be used as a substitute.