Pork Chops With Pistachio Crust Recipe

Name: Pork Chops With Pistachio Crust
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 400 g pack potato dumpling mix; 110 g coarse sourdough breadcrumbs; 2 tbsp chopped parsley; 60 g pistachio nuts, roughly chopped; 1 medium egg; 2 tbsp grainy mustard; 45 g butter, melted; 3 tbsp olive oil; 75 g caster sugar; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 750 g baby carrots; None 4 pork chops, each about 200g; None None pared lemon zest and parsley sprigs, to garnish

Servings: persons

400 g pack potato dumpling mix
110 g coarse sourdough breadcrumbs
2 tbsp chopped parsley
60 g pistachio nuts, roughly chopped
1 medium egg
2 tbsp grainy mustard
45 g butter, melted
3 tbsp olive oil
75 g caster sugar
2 tbsp lemon juice
750 g baby carrots
None 4 pork chops, each about 200g
None None pared lemon zest and parsley sprigs, to garnish

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Prepare dumpling mix according to package instructions then break into irregular pieces.
2
Mix together breadcrumbs, parsley, pistachios, egg, mustard and 2 tbsp butter. Season and set aside.
3
Heat oil in a frying pan and cook pork chops on both sides, until browned. Transfer to a baking sheet and spread pistachio mixture over top. Bake for 30 mins, or until pork is cooked to your liking.
4
Meanwhile, bring sugar and 1 1/4 cups water to a boil. Boil until syrupy. Add lemon juice and carrots. Cook gently for 8-10 mins, or until tender.
5
Melt remaining butter in a separate pan and saute dumplings until crispy. Serve with pork chops and carrots. Garnish with lemon zest and parsley sprigs.

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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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 400 g pack potato dumpling mix, 110 g coarse sourdough breadcrumbs, 2 tbsp chopped parsley, 60 g pistachio nuts, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, Pork Chops With Pistachio Crust 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 Pistachio Crust

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