pork chops with apple and pear chutney
Well, it's that time of year... my kitchen sees the most action with apples. We love apples. They are delicious, especially when incorporating them into a meal. And they are great to add flavor to pork chops. This recipe is a family fave and my husband's favorite way to eat pork chops. You can even top the chutney on a pork roast. Yes, fall is in the air!
Blue Ribbon Recipe
If you're looking for a way to elevate pork chops, try this recipe. The sweet, tart, and tangy over the savory pork chops was wonderful. After simmering, the pears and apples are soft and tender. When mixed with the cranberries, brown sugar, ginger, and spices, they create a thick and chunky chutney. You could use the apple and pear chutney for more than just pork chops. It would be delicious over baked brie, too.
Ingredients
- APPLE/PEAR CHUTNEY
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cups peeled and cubed Granny Smith apples
- 2 cups peeled and cubed pears
- 1 cup cranberries
- 4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 4 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons crystalized ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice, ground
- PORK
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked white pepper
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 6 pork chops, center cut, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
How To Make pork chops with apple and pear chutney
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Step 1Prepare the chutney. Melt butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. -
Step 2Add the apples and pears. Saute about 5 minutes.
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Step 3Add the cranberries, vinegar, brown sugar, crystallized ginger, salt, and allspice. Bring the mixture to a boil.
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Step 4Reduce the heat and allow to simmer while preparing pork chops, stirring occasionally.
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Step 5In a small bowl mix together salt, peppers, coriander, and minced garlic.
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Step 6Heat olive oil in a large grilling skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle both sides of the pork chops with the dry seasoning mixture.
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Step 7Add pork to heated skillet and cook 4-6 minutes on one side.
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Step 8Flip and cook another 4 - 6 minutes on the other side until done. Can cook on the grill outdoors, or an electric grill as well.
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Step 9Serve pork chops with chutney atop. Serve with asparagus, a side of wild rice, and a fresh crisp salad.
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