Pork Chops With Pineapple Relish Recipe

Name: Pork Chops With Pineapple Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced; 2 cups chopped fresh pineapple; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 2 teaspoons creamy peanut butter; 2 teaspoons fish sauce; 1/2 jalape no pepper, minced (remove seeds for less heat); 1/2 English cucumber, thinly sliced; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 8 thin bone-in pork chops (2 1/2 to 2 3/4 pounds); 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Servings: persons

1
Soak the onion in a bowl of cold water, about 10 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, puree 3/4 cup pineapple with the lime juice, peanut butter, fish sauce and jalapeno until smooth.
3
Toss the cucumber and the remaining 1 1/4 cups pineapple in a bowl, then add the pureed pineapple dressing and toss to coat.
4
Season with salt and pepper.
5
Pat the pork chops dry and season with salt and pepper.
6
Heat a large skillet over high heat, then add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil.
7
Lay 3 chops in the pan and sear until golden on one side, about 3 minutes; flip and finish cooking, 1 to 2 more minutes.
8
Transfer the chops to a plate and loosely cover with foil.
9
Repeat with the remaining chops, adding the remaining 2 tablespoons oil as necessary.
10
Drain the onion and add to the pineapple relish.
11
Serve with the pork chops.
12
Per serving: Calories 618; Fat 39 g (Saturated 11 g); Cholesterol 165 mg; Sodium 390 mg; Carbohydrate 13 g; Fiber 2 g; Protein 52 g
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Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

670

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced, 2 cups chopped fresh pineapple, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, 2 teaspoons creamy peanut butter, and more.

Yes, Pork Chops With Pineapple Relish 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 Pineapple Relish

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