Ingredients and Weight:
- Pork chops - 8 pieces (about 2 pounds)
- Red pepper flakes - 1 tablespoon
- Garlic - 6 cloves, minced
- Ginger - 1 inch piece, grated
- Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
- Brown sugar - 2 tablespoons
- Honey - 1 tablespoon
- Rice vinegar - 2 tablespoons
- Fresh lemon juice - from half a lemon
- Green onions - 3, sliced thinly
Preparation Time: 40 minutes (including marination time)
Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a shallow dish or zip-lock bag, combine all the ingredients (except pork chops and green onions) and mix well to form a marinate.
- Add the pork chops to the marinate and let it sit for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for better flavor).
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Remove the pork chops from the marinate and place them on a baking dish or in a pan. Discard the leftover marinate.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pork is cooked through and has a slight crust on the outside.
- Garnish with thinly sliced green onions before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on a standard nutritional analysis software)
Calories: Approximately 400 per serving (without considering the exact weight of each ingredient)
Fat: 20g
Protein: 35g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Dish Characteristics:
- Spicy yet sweet and sour flavor due to the combination of red pepper flakes, brown sugar, honey, and rice vinegar.
- The dish has a pronounced taste of garlic and ginger, common in Asian cuisine.
- The pork chops are tender and juicy when cooked properly.
User Comments:
- "The flavors were spot on! The sweet and spicy combination was perfect." - John Doe
- "I loved the crust on the pork chop, it was delicious." - Jane Smith
- "This dish exceeded my expectations, it was really flavorful." - Emily Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh pork chops for best results.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your desired spice level.
- If you prefer a more Asian-style dish, you can serve it with rice or noodles.
