Pork Chops with Apple Bacon Salad Recipe

Name: Pork Chops with Apple Bacon Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups orange juice; 1/4 cup sea salt; Four 8- to 10-ounce pork chops; 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil; 1 tablespoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper; 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil; 1 cup 1/2-inch-diced apple; 1/4 cup medium-diced cooked bacon; 1/4 cup julienned red onion; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar; 1 teaspoon sugar; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/4 cup celery leaves

Servings: persons

2 cups orange juice
1/4 cup sea salt
Four 8- to 10-ounce pork chops
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
1 cup 1/2-inch-diced apple
1/4 cup medium-diced cooked bacon
1/4 cup julienned red onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup celery leaves

1
For the pork chops: Mix together the juice, salt and 1 gallon cold water.
2
Submerge the pork chops and let brine in the refrigerator overnight.
3
In a large saute pan over high heat, warm the oil.
4
Sprinkle the chops with the salt and pepper.
5
Then add the chops to the oil and reduce the heat to medium.
6
Sear the chops until browned on the first side, 4 to 5 minutes, and then flip and repeat the process on the second side.
7
After cooking on the second side, remove the pork from the pan and drain out any excess oil from the pan.
8
For the salad: Return the pan to medium-high heat with the oil.
9
Then add the apples, bacon, onions and salt to the pan.
10
Cook for 6 to 7 minutes, stirring throughout.
11
Add the balsamic and sugar, and then reduce the vinegar for 2 minutes.
12
After reducing, remove the pan from the stove and stir in the butter until smooth.
13
Add the celery leaves.
14
Serve the chops with the apple bacon salad.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups orange juice, 1/4 cup sea salt, Four 8- to 10-ounce pork chops, 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, and more.

Yes, Pork Chops with Apple Bacon Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Pork Chops with Apple Bacon Salad

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