Hot, Salty, and Sweet Pork Chops Recipe

Name: Hot, Salty, and Sweet Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 tablespoon whole coriander seeds; 2 teaspoons whole cumin seeds; One 2-inch cinnamon stick; 1 teaspoon whole fennel seeds; 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 pounds thin (1/3-inch-thick) center-cut pork chops (4 chops); 3 tablespoons olive or canola oil; 1/2 medium onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar

Servings: persons

1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 tablespoon whole coriander seeds
2 teaspoons whole cumin seeds
One 2-inch cinnamon stick
1 teaspoon whole fennel seeds
1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 pounds thin (1/3-inch-thick) center-cut pork chops (4 chops)
3 tablespoons olive or canola oil
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar

1
Put all the ingredients for the marinade in a clean coffee grinder or other spice grinder and grind as finely as possible.
2
Sprinkle spices evenly on both sides of the pork chops and pat them in.
3
Cover the chops and refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
4
(Twenty-four hours would be fine too.)
5
Pour the oil into a large frying pan and set over medium-high heat.
6
When hot, put in the pork chops, and brown on both sides.
7
Remove to a bowl.
8
Put in the onions, lowering heat a bit, and brown them.
9
Add the ginger and stir once.
10
Now put in the pork chops in a single layer and add the soy sauce, sugar, and 1 cup water.
11
Bring to a boil.
12
Cover, turn heat to low, and simmer gently for 50 minutes or until chops are tender, turning the chops every 10 minutes.
13
Reduce sauce until it is syrupy and clings to the chops.

691

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 tablespoon whole coriander seeds, 2 teaspoons whole cumin seeds, One 2-inch cinnamon stick, and more.

Yes, Hot, Salty, and Sweet 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hot, Salty, and Sweet Pork Chops

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Variations & substitutions

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