Pork Chops and Sweet Potato Gravy Recipe

Name: Pork Chops and Sweet Potato Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 thick pork chops (8 ounces each); Essence, recipe follows; Olive oil; 2 tablespoons flour; 2 cups julienned onions; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1/2 cup pecan pieces; 2 cups water; Salt and cayenne pepper; 1 pound sweet potatoes, baked, peeled, and mashed; 3 tablespoons Steen's Pure Cane Syrup; 1/4 cup chopped green onions; 1 cup fried parsnip strips, recipe follows; 2 tablespoons chopped green onions; 1 tablespoon brunoise red peppers; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

4 thick pork chops (8 ounces each)
Essence, recipe follows
Olive oil
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups julienned onions
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 cup pecan pieces
2 cups water
Salt and cayenne pepper
1 pound sweet potatoes, baked, peeled, and mashed
3 tablespoons Steen's Pure Cane Syrup
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 cup fried parsnip strips, recipe follows
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 tablespoon brunoise red peppers
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

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["Season the pork with Essence.", "In a saute pan, heat the olive oil.", "When the oil is hot, sear the chops for 5 minutes on each side.", "Remove the chops from the pan and set aside.", "Stir in the flour stirring constantly, for a dark brown roux, about 3 minutes.", "Add the onions and saute for 5 minutes, or until wilted.", "Stir in the garlic, pecans and water.", "Season with salt and cayenne.", "Bring the liquid up to a boil.", "Add the sweet potatoes and blend to make the sauce smooth.", "Stir in the cane syrup and green onions.", "Return the chops to the pan and reduce the heat to a simmer.", "Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, basting the chops with the gravy.", "Garnish with green onions and red peppers.", "Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.", "Yield: about 2/3 cup", "Recipe from ""New New Orleans Cooking"

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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: 4 thick pork chops (8 ounces each), Essence, recipe follows, Olive oil, 2 tablespoons flour, and more.

Yes, Pork Chops and Sweet Potato Gravy 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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Pork Chops and Sweet Potato Gravy

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