Ingredients and Weight:
- Pork chops: 8 pieces (each chop about 150g)
- Garlic: 3 cloves, chopped
- Fresh rosemary: 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: ½ teaspoon
- Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Red wine vinegar: 2 tablespoons
- Chicken broth or stock: 1 cup
- Brown sugar: 2 tablespoons
Preparation Time: 40 minutes (includes prep and cooking time)
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a small bowl, combine the garlic, rosemary, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Mix well.
- Rub the pork chops with the oil mixture, making sure to coat both sides evenly.
- In a baking dish or cast-iron skillet, arrange the pork chops and bake for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the red wine vinegar and brown sugar. Bring to a boil and reduce by half.
- After 10 minutes, remove the pork chops from the oven and brush with the reduced vinegar mixture.
- Return to the oven for another 5-10 minutes or until the chops are cooked through and the sauce is slightly caramelized.
- Serve immediately with your choice of side dish.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving)
Calories: 350kcal
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 35g
Fiber: 1g (Please note that nutritional content may vary based on ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- The pork chops are tender and juicy with a sweet and sour balsamic-like glaze.
- The combination of garlic and rosemary gives it a savory flavor that Americans often enjoy.
- The dish is simple yet elegant, perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion.
User Comments:
- "The pork chops were so tender and flavorful! The glaze was a great addition."
- "I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. It's definitely a keeper."
- "The dish was easy to make and everyone loved it. Will make again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh pork chops for best results.
- Adjust the cooking time depending on the thickness of your pork chops.
- You can adjust the sweetness by reducing or increasing the amount of brown sugar used in the vinegar mixture.
