Ingredients and Weight:
- Pork Chops: 500 grams (about 1 pound)
- Barbecue Sauce: 1 cup
- Red Onion: 1, sliced into rings (about 150 grams)
- Garlic Cloves: 5, crushed
- Brown Sugar: 1/4 cup
- Apple Cider Vinegar: 1/3 cup
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon (crushed)
- Aluminum foil
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Place the pork chops on a piece of aluminum foil, top with the onion rings and crushed garlic.
- Pour the barbecue sauce mixture over the pork chops.
- Wrap the foil around the pork chops to form a packet, sealing all sides.
- Place the foil packs on a baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes or until the pork is cooked through and the sauce is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that the nutritional information provided is an estimate and may vary based on specific ingredients used.)
- Calories: 400-500 (depending on the weight of pork chops)
- Protein: 30-40 grams
- Fat: 20-30 grams (including saturated fat)
- Carbohydrates: 20-30 grams (including sugar)
Dish Characteristics:
- The dish is a combination of sweet and sour flavors with a rich barbecue sauce.
- The pork chops are cooked in foil packs, resulting in juicy and tender meat.
- It is easy to prepare and can be customized with different variations of barbecue sauce.
User Comments:
- "This dish was amazing! The combination of flavors was perfect."
- "I loved the way the pork was cooked in foil packs, it was so juicy."
- "The dish was easy to make and the sauce was delicious."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh pork chops for best results.
- Adjust the seasoning, including the amount of barbecue sauce, based on personal preference.
- If desired, you can add additional ingredients such as bell peppers or mushrooms to enhance flavor and texture.