Pork Chops Puttanesca Recipe

Name: Pork Chops Puttanesca
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cloves garlic; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red chile flakes; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 4 12 oz. rib pork chops about 1 1/4 inch thick; 1 small red onion, finely chopped; 8 ounces ripe tomatoes, finely chopped; 4 anchovy fillets in oil, drained and mashed; 2 tablespoons pitted oil-cured black olives, chopped; 1/2 tablespoon capers in vinegar, drained; 1 1/2 tablespoon golden raisins; 1/2 cup dry red wine; 1 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves, minced

Servings: persons

3 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon crushed red chile flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
4 12 oz. rib pork chops about 1 1/4 inch thick
1 small red onion, finely chopped
8 ounces ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
4 anchovy fillets in oil, drained and mashed
2 tablespoons pitted oil-cured black olives, chopped
1/2 tablespoon capers in vinegar, drained
1 1/2 tablespoon golden raisins
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves, minced

1
Mash 1 clove garlic with dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon chile flakes and salt to a paste in a mortar. Stir in 1 tablespoon olive oil and the vinegar. Spread this mixture on both sides of the pork. Set aside. Heat grill. Heat oven to 225.
2
Heat remaining oil in a small skillet, add onion and saute until translucent. Mince remaining garlic and stir in. Add tomatoes, anchovies, remaining chile flakes, olives, capers and raisins. Stir in wine and cook on low until mixture is thick, abut 15 minutes. Set aside.
3
Grill pork close to source of heat, turning once, until nicely browned but not cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer pork to a baking dish, slather with tomato mixture and place in oven for 45 minutes for medium, longer for more well done. Arrange pork on a serving platter, spoon any pan juices over it, scatter with oregano and serve.

1284

kcal

Calories

129

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cloves garlic, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red chile flakes, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Pork Chops Puttanesca 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 Puttanesca

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