Curried Pork Chops and Cauliflower with Basmati Rice

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 boneless pork chops, 1 pound
• 1 large head cauliflower, 1 pound, cut into florets
• 1 onion, chopped, 1 cup
• 3 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Madras curry powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) coconut milk
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
• 2 cups basmati rice

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown pork chops on both sides, about 2 minutes per side.
3. Remove pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
4. Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and coriander and cook for 1 minute.
6. Whisk in coconut milk and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
7. Add pork chops and cauliflower to the skillet and cook for 15 minutes, or until pork is cooked through.
8. While pork chops are cooking, cook basmati rice according to package directions.
9. Sprinkle with cilantro just before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 500 per serving
• Fat: 25 grams
• Protein: 30 grams
• Carbohydrates: 45 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Aromatic with Indian spices
• Creamy and velvety sauce
• Tender pork chops and cauliflower
• Served with fluffy basmati rice

User Comments:

• "This dish was absolutely delicious! The curry sauce was perfect and the pork chops were so tender."
• "I love the flavors in this dish. It's a great way to experience Indian cuisine."
• "This is a family favorite! We make it all the time."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have Madras curry powder, you can use a combination of other curry powders, such as garam masala, turmeric, and cumin.
• To make the dish spicier, add more curry powder or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• Be sure to cook the pork chops until they are no longer pink in the center.