Pork With Apple and Sage Recipe

Name: Pork With Apple and Sage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 onion, peeled finely chopped; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon sugar; 13 sage leaves; 4 crisp tart apples (eg. granny smith); 250 ml dry white wine; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 thick pork loin chops; sea salt (to taste); fresh ground black pepper (to taste)

Servings: persons

1
Heat the oven to 180C.
2
Mash 1 tablespoon butter with the chopped onion, sugar and 4 sage leaves.
3
Core apples from the bottom, leaving the stalk intact at the top.
4
Stand the apples in a small baking tin, add the white wine, then pour enough boiling water to come halfway up the side of the apples.
5
Bake for 45 minutes, or till soft and squishy.
6
Heat olive oil and remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in a heavy-based frying pan, with 5 sage leaves.
7
Add the pork chops and cook over moderate heat for around 8-10 minutes.
8
Season well with sea salt and pepper.
9
Turn the chops and cook for another 5 minutes, or till tender.
10
Place the pork chops on warmed plates, top with the baked apples, and tuck in with the remaining sage leaves.

512

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 onion, peeled finely chopped, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon sugar, 13 sage leaves, and more.

Yes, Pork With Apple and Sage 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!

Pork With Apple and Sage

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Variations & substitutions

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