Sweet and Salty Pork Chops with Beef Jerky Recipe

Name: Sweet and Salty Pork Chops with Beef Jerky
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro leaves; 8 garlic cloves, halved; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 3 tablespoons Asian fish sauce; 3 tablespoons sugar; 2 stalks of fresh lemongrass, lower third only, chopped; 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; Twelve 6-ounce boneless pork chops; 1 cup sugar; 1/4 cup water; 2 stalks of fresh lemongrass, lower third only, minced; One 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and minced; 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 1/2 cup Asian fish sauce; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 12 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup roasted unsalted peanuts, chopped; 1/2 cup chopped chives; 1/2 cup finely shredded beef jerky (1 ounce)

Servings: persons

1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro leaves
8 garlic cloves, halved
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons Asian fish sauce
3 tablespoons sugar
2 stalks of fresh lemongrass, lower third only, chopped
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Twelve 6-ounce boneless pork chops
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
2 stalks of fresh lemongrass, lower third only, minced
One 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and minced
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 cup Asian fish sauce
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup vegetable oil
12 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/2 cup roasted unsalted peanuts, chopped
1/2 cup chopped chives
1/2 cup finely shredded beef jerky (1 ounce)

1
COOK THE PORK CHOPS In a mini food processor, combine the cilantro, garlic, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, lemongrass, pepper and 1 tablespoon of the oil and process to a paste.
2
Put the pork chops in a large, shallow dish and coat with the marinade.
3
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
4
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water and bring to a simmer over moderate heat to dissolve the sugar.
5
Simmer, without stirring, until an amber caramel forms, about 8 minutes.
6
Add the lemongrass and ginger and slowly pour in the vinegar and fish sauce, stirring, until the sauce is clear.
7
Add the pepper and remove from the heat.
8
Heat the 1/4 cup of oil in a small skillet.
9
Add the garlic and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 4 minutes.
10
Transfer the garlic and oil to a small bowl.
11
Preheat the oven to 400.
12
In each of 2 large skillets, heat 2 tablespoons of oil until shimmering.
13
Scrape some of the marinade off the pork chops.
14
Add 6 chops to each skillet and cook over high heat until browned, about 4 minutes per side.
15
Transfer the chops to a rimmed baking sheet.
16
Bake the chops for 10 minutes, or until barely pink in the center.
17
Transfer the chops to a large platter and spoon the caramel sauce on top.
18
Drain the fried garlic and scatter it over the chops, along with the peanuts and chives.
19
Garnish with the jerky and serve at once.

1466

kcal

Calories

Fat

240

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro leaves, 8 garlic cloves, halved, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 3 tablespoons Asian fish sauce, and more.

Yes, Sweet and Salty Pork Chops with Beef Jerky 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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Sweet and Salty Pork Chops with Beef Jerky

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Variations & substitutions

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