Pork Loin Chops and Yams in Spicy Orange Sauce

Name: Pork Loin Chops and Yams in Spicy Orange Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 boneless pork loin chops, 3/4-inch thick; ⅓ cup flour; 12-1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 3 -5 yams; 1 onion, minced; 2 -3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup beef stock; 1 ½ cups fresh orange juice; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; ½ teaspoon oregano; 14-½ teaspoon cumin; 2 teaspoons orange peel, grated; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 orange, peeled and thinly sliced

Servings: persons

6 boneless pork loin chops, 3/4-inch thick
⅓ cup flour
12-1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 -5 yams
1 onion, minced
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup beef stock
1 ½ cups fresh orange juice
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon oregano
14-½ teaspoon cumin
2 teaspoons orange peel, grated
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 orange, peeled and thinly sliced

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["Yams: cut into 2"" chunks and boil until lightly tender.", "Drain, rinse in cold water, peel and set aside.", "Mix granulated garlic and pepper with flour in plastic bag.", "Dredge pork chops and saute in oil in large pan until lightly browned.", "Remove from pan and set aside.", "In the pan the pork was cooked in, saute onions and garlic until onions are translucent.", "To pan add beef stock, orange juice, red pepper flakes, cumin and oregano.", "Return pork to pan.", "Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer covered for 40 minutes, turning pork halfway through.", "Add yams and cover, simmer for another 5 minutes.", "Remove pork and yams from pan, set aside and keep warm.", "Whisk together lemon juice, cornstarch and orange peel.", "Pour into pan juices.", "Bring to a boil and simmer, stirring, until thickened, about 3 minutes.", "Return pork and yams to pan.", "Cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes.", "Plate pork and yams with generous helping of pan juices.", "Garnish with orange slices and serve."]

2066

kcal

Calories

109

Fat

217

Carbs

113

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 boneless pork loin chops, 3/4-inch thick, ⅓ cup flour, 12-1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Pork Loin Chops and Yams in Spicy Orange 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!