Flamed Cherry Pork Loin Chops Recipe

Name: Flamed Cherry Pork Loin Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can cherries in juice, drained; 1 tablespoon sugar; 4 center-cut pork loin chops; ¼ teaspoon sea salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons shallots (minced); 1 tablespoon brandy; ½ cup fat free chicken broth; 2 tablespoons light margarine (cut into pieces); 2 tablespoons of fresh mint (finely chopped)

Servings: persons

1 (15 ounce) can cherries in juice, drained
1 tablespoon sugar
4 center-cut pork loin chops
¼ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons shallots (minced)
1 tablespoon brandy
½ cup fat free chicken broth
2 tablespoons light margarine (cut into pieces)
2 tablespoons of fresh mint (finely chopped)

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["Preheat oven to 375F", "Drain cherries & sprinkle w/ sugar.", "Set aside.", "Heat cast iron skillet over medium heat.", "Season chops with salt and pepper.", "Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to skillet.", "Sear chops on both sides to caramelize.", "Place loose foil ""tent"" over pan and transfer chops to oven.", "Cook 7-8 minutes.", "Transfer chops individual plates & cover chops with foil.", "Place chop skillet over medium heat & add 1 tablespoon olive oil.", "Add shallots and saute 2 minutes.", "Add cherries and heat until just warmed.", "IMPORTANT: Remove from burner!", "Add brandy, then flame the pan.", "Do not leave pan on burner when adding flame, as it could get out of hand.", "(If you're not comfortable flaming the pan, feel free to omit brandy altogether.", "You can simply add broth and reduce over medium heat for a couple of minutes).", "Burn off alcohol for 1 minute, then broth.", "Reduce broth a couple of minutes, then add margarine.", "Stir sauce & add mint.", "Place chops on individual plates and pour over with sauce."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (15 ounce) can cherries in juice, drained, 1 tablespoon sugar, 4 center-cut pork loin chops, ¼ teaspoon sea salt, and more.

Yes, Flamed Cherry Pork Loin 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.

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Flamed Cherry Pork Loin Chops

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