Pork Chops With Apples and Sweet and Sour Sauce

Name: Pork Chops With Apples and Sweet and Sour Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 1/2-inch-thick loin rib pork chops, about 2 3/4 pounds (see note); Salt to taste if desired; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 2 cooking apples such as Granny Smiths, about 1 pound; 1/4 cup flour; 2 tablespoons corn, peanut or vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots; 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar; 3/4 cup fresh or canned chicken broth; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 teaspoon tomato paste

Servings: persons

8 1/2-inch-thick loin rib pork chops, about 2 3/4 pounds (see note)
Salt to taste if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 cooking apples such as Granny Smiths, about 1 pound
1/4 cup flour
2 tablespoons corn, peanut or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
3/4 cup fresh or canned chicken broth
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon tomato paste

1
Sprinkle the chops with salt and pepper to taste.
2
Set aside.
3
Cut each apple into quarters.
4
Peel the quarters, and discard the core of each.
5
Dredge the chops in flour.
6
Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet, and add the chops.
7
Cook until well browned on one side, about 5 minutes.
8
Turn the chops, and continue cooking about 5 minutes.
9
Remove the chops, and add the quartered apples.
10
Cook about 2 minutes, turning the apples often.
11
Remove the apples, and pour off the fat from the skillet.
12
Add the shallots and vinegar and cook briefly, stirring with a wooden spoon.
13
Add the broth and honey.
14
Cook about 1 minute, and stir in the tomato paste.
15
Return the chops and apples to the skillet.
16
Bring the sauce to a boil, spoon the sauce over the chops, and cover closely.
17
Cook 10 minutes.
18
Transfer the chops and apples to a serving dish, and pour the sauce over.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 1/2-inch-thick loin rib pork chops, about 2 3/4 pounds (see note), Salt to taste if desired, Freshly ground pepper to taste, 2 cooking apples such as Granny Smiths, about 1 pound, and more.

Yes, Pork Chops With Apples and Sweet and Sour Sauce 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!