San Francisco Chops Recipe

Name: San Francisco Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pork chops (medium thickness); 1 tbsp (15 ml) oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 tsp (10 ml) oil; 4 tbsp (60 ml) dry sherry or broth; 4 tbsp (60 ml) soy sauce (recommend low-sodium); 2 tbsp (30 ml) brown sugar; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) crushed red pepper; 2 tsp (10 ml) cornstarch; 2 tbsp (30 ml) water; cooked rice

Servings: persons

1
Trim pork chops of fat.
2
Heat oil in skillet.
3
Brown chops on both sides.
4
Remove and add a little more oil if needed.
5
Saute garlic for a minute, being careful not to burn it.
6
Combine oil, sherry or broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, and red pepper.
7
Place chops in skillet.
8
Pour sauce over them and cover tightly.
9
Simmer over low heat until chops are tender and cooked through, 20 to 30 minutes.
10
Add a little water if neeeded to keep sauce from cooking down too much.
11
Turn once.
12
Remove chops to platter.
13
Dissolve cornstarch in water and stir into pan.
14
Cook until thickened.
15
Pour over pork shops.
16
Serve over bed of rice if preferred.

345

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

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 pork chops (medium thickness), 1 tbsp (15 ml) oil, 1 clove garlic, minced, 2 tsp (10 ml) oil, and more.

Yes, San Francisco Chops 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!

San Francisco Chops

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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