Fennel Crusted Pork Chops Recipe

Name: Fennel Crusted Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: PORK CHOPS:; 4 7oz pork chops; 4oz fennel seed toasted and roughly ground; 2oz dijon style mustard; 2oz white grain mustard; 4oz olive oil; 2 large shallots; 4 large cloves of garlic; 4 sprigs of rosemary picked; 4 sprigs of thyme picked; Salt & pepper to taste; APPLE CIDER REDUCTION:; 1qt apple cider; 4oz peeled, sliced ginger; 5 garlic cloves; 1 cup apple cider vinegar; 1 cup light brown sugar; 2pcs star anise; 2pcs cinnamon stick; 1 small bunch thyme; 4 shallots peeled and halved; 1 bay leaf; 3 APPLE FENNEL SALAD:; 2 Granny Smith apples - julienned; 2 Golden Delicious apples - julienned; 2 Braeburn apples - julienned; 2 head fennel - julienned; 1 teaspoon freshly ground cumin; 1 cup golden raisins; 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

Servings: persons

PORK CHOPS:
4 7oz pork chops
4oz fennel seed toasted and roughly ground
2oz dijon style mustard
2oz white grain mustard
4oz olive oil
2 large shallots
4 large cloves of garlic
4 sprigs of rosemary picked
4 sprigs of thyme picked
Salt & pepper to taste
APPLE CIDER REDUCTION:
1qt apple cider
4oz peeled, sliced ginger
5 garlic cloves
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1 cup light brown sugar
2pcs star anise
2pcs cinnamon stick
1 small bunch thyme
4 shallots peeled and halved
1 bay leaf
3 APPLE FENNEL SALAD:
2 Granny Smith apples - julienned
2 Golden Delicious apples - julienned
2 Braeburn apples - julienned
2 head fennel - julienned
1 teaspoon freshly ground cumin
1 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2/3 cup blended olive oil (70/30)
1/4 cup water

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1 Combine all ingredients except pork and 1 half fennel seed, in blender and puree. Pour puree over pork in shallow dish and allow to marinate over night.
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2 For the Apple Cider Reduction: Combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Reduce slowly over medium heat. When sauce has reduced to rich, glossy constituency, strain and set aside. Adjust seasoning with Kosher salt and black pepper.
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3 For the 3 Apple Fennel Salad: Combine all ingredients (except apples & fennel) in a blender and puree. Season with salt & pepper to taste. Reserve for later use.
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4 For the Pork Chops: Preheat grill to medium heat. Remove pork chops from marinade and wipe off excess. Season generously with salt, pepper, and remaining ground fennel. Grill to desired doneness (8-10 minutes for medium). Set aside to rest.
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5 Combine apples, fennel, and raisin vinaigrette in a mixing bowl, toss to combine, season with salt & pepper.
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6 For Plate Up: Slice pork thinly, arrange on warm plates, top with fennel salad, drizzle cider reduction around pork, serve immediately.

1733

kcal

Calories

Fat

218

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 32 ingredients. The key ingredients include: PORK CHOPS:, 4 7oz pork chops, 4oz fennel seed toasted and roughly ground, 2oz dijon style mustard, and more.

Yes, Fennel Crusted Pork Chops falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Fennel Crusted Pork Chops

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