Cast Iron Skillet Sweet and Sour Pork Chops

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 (8-ounce) boneless pork chops
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 (15-ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Season pork chops with salt and pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until browned.
4. Remove pork chops from skillet and set aside.
5. Add bell peppers, onion, and pineapple to skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.
6. In a bowl, combine ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic powder.
7. Pour sauce over pork chops in skillet and bring to a simmer.
8. Return pork chops to skillet and bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving: * Calories: 420 * Fat: 20g * Carbohydrates: 40g * Protein: 35g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and tangy flavor balance
• Crispy pork chops
• Colorful and inviting presentation
• Asian-inspired flavors with accessible ingredients

User Comments:

• "These pork chops were so delicious and easy to make. The sauce was perfect!"
• "I served this dish over jasmine rice and it was a hit with my family."
• "The sweet and sour flavors were a great combination, and the pork was cooked to perfection."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a heavy-duty cast iron skillet to ensure even heat distribution.
• If you don't have rice vinegar, you can substitute white vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
• Serve the pork chops immediately with fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish.