Pork Chops With Orange-Ginger Glaze Recipe

Name: Pork Chops With Orange-Ginger Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 bone-in center-cut pork chops, about 1 inch thick; salt and pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 small yellow onion, chopped fine; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 cup orange juice, plus; 3 -4 oranges, zest of (2 strips orange rind); 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar; 1 teaspoon hot sauce; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Servings: persons

4 bone-in center-cut pork chops, about 1 inch thick
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 small yellow onion, chopped fine
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup orange juice, plus
3 -4 oranges, zest of (2 strips orange rind)
1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

1
Pat chops dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until just smoking.
3
Add chops and cook until well browned, about 4 minutes per side.
4
Transfer chops to a plate.
5
Add remaining oil and onion to skillet and cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
6
Stir in ginger and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
7
Stir in juice, zest, broth, sugar and hot sauce, scraping up any browned bits from bottom of pan.
8
Cook until sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.
9
Return chops and any accumulated juices to skillet.
10
Simmer, turning once or twice, until sauce glazes chops and meat registers 145 degrees, 3 to 5 minutes.
11
Transfer chops to platter.
12
Off heat, whisk butter into glaze and season with salt and pepper.
13
Spoon glaze over chops and serve.

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 bone-in center-cut pork chops, about 1 inch thick, salt and pepper, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1/2 small yellow onion, chopped fine, and more.

Yes, Pork Chops With Orange-Ginger Glaze 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 With Orange-Ginger Glaze

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