Pan Seared Pork Chops with Glazed Carrots and Potat

Name: Pan Seared Pork Chops with Glazed Carrots and Potato Pancakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (1/2-inch) center cut pork chops; Cajun Spice Mix, recipe follows; Peanut or olive oil; 2 carrots; Fresh thyme; Olive oil; Salt and pepper; Juice of 1 orange; 1/4 cup salt; 1/4 cup cayenne; 1/4 cup paprika; 1/4 cup garlic powder; 1/4 cup black pepper; 2 tablespoons onion powder; 2 tablespoons oregano; 2 tablespoons thyme; 2 Yukon Gold Potatoes (julienned); 1/2 small onion (sliced thin); 1 egg; Fresh thyme; Salt and pepper; 1 tablespoon all purpose flour; Peanut oil

Servings: persons

2 (1/2-inch) center cut pork chops
Cajun Spice Mix, recipe follows
Peanut or olive oil
2 carrots
Fresh thyme
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
Juice of 1 orange
1/4 cup salt
1/4 cup cayenne
1/4 cup paprika
1/4 cup garlic powder
1/4 cup black pepper
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons oregano
2 tablespoons thyme
2 Yukon Gold Potatoes (julienned)
1/2 small onion (sliced thin)
1 egg
Fresh thyme
Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon all purpose flour
Peanut oil

1
Dredge the pork chops in the cajun spice.
2
Heat frying pan with peanut oil.
3
Place the pork chops into the heated pan and sear until golden brown.
4
Cut carrots into thin slices.
5
In a bowl, add the carrots, thyme, olive oil, salt and pepper.
6
Add the carrots to the saute pan with the pork chops.
7
Place the saute pan into a preheated, 425 degree oven for 7 to 10 minutes.
8
Remove the pork chops from the pan, leaving the carrots, and deglaze the pan with orange juice.
9
In a bowl, combine potatoes, onion, egg, thyme and salt and pepper.
10
Toss in flour.
11
In a saute pan, heat peanut oil.
12
Form large thin pancakes.
13
Place pancake into heated pan and brown on both sides about 7 to 10 minutes

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (1/2-inch) center cut pork chops, Cajun Spice Mix, recipe follows, Peanut or olive oil, 2 carrots, and more.

Yes, Pan Seared Pork Chops with Glazed Carrots and Potato Pancakes falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Pan Seared Pork Chops with Glazed Carrots and Potato Pancakes

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