Apricot-Glazed Pork Chops With Honey-Mustard Carrots

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
22%
Apricot-Glazed Pork Chops With Honey-Mustard Carrots
15 min.
4
274kcal

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If you're looking to impress your family or guests with a delightful meal that is both quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, look no further than these Apricot-Glazed Pork Chops with Honey-Mustard Carrots. This gluten-free and dairy-free dish showcases the perfect harmony between succulent pork chops glazed with a sweet and tangy apricot preserve, complemented by tender carrot coins infused with a zesty honey mustard dressing.

Ready in just 15 minutes, this meal is ideal for any occasion, whether it's a busy weekday lunch or a cozy dinner gathering. The tender pork chops, cooked to perfection with a slight pink center, become even more irresistible when tossed in a vibrant glaze made from apricot preserves and fresh ginger. Meanwhile, the crinkle-cut carrot coins add a lovely crunch and a pop of color to your plate, making this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious.

With only a handful of simple ingredients and minimal cooking time, you're sure to have a winner on your hands. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to whip up a meal that will have everyone asking for seconds! This recipe not only nourishes but also brings people together around the table, making it a wonderful choice for any meal of the day.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup apricot preserves 
  • 16 ounce carrots 
  • teaspoons ginger fresh minced peeled
  • tablespoons dijon honey mustard 
  • 16 ounce pork loin chops boneless ( 1/)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Place carrots in a medium saucepan; cover with water.
  2. Place over high heat; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 67 minutes or until tender.
  3. Heat a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat until hot. Meanwhile, sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper, both to taste, over pork chops.
  4. Add chops to preheated skillet, and cook them 4 minutes per side, or until barely pink in the center.
  5. Combine preserves and ginger; add to skillet with chops. Cook until preserves are bubbly and hot, turning chops once to coat with glaze.
  6. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the carrot cooking liquid.
  7. Drain carrots; return to same saucepan and toss with honey mustard.
  8. Add reserved cooking liquid and mix well; season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, both to taste.
  9. Serve carrots alongside chops.

Nutrition Facts

Calories274kcal
Protein37.9%
Fat27.23%
Carbs34.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.46
Glycemic Load
3.62
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
21.836521874303%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.05mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.28mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:273.84kcal
13.69%
Fat:8.18g
12.58%
Saturated Fat:2.82g
17.61%
Carbohydrates:23.56g
7.85%
Net Carbohydrates:20.32g
7.39%
Sugar:13.31g
14.79%
Cholesterol:75.98mg
25.33%
Sodium:176.22mg
7.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.61g
51.23%
Vitamin A:18979.13IU
379.58%
Vitamin B1:0.83mg
55.43%
Selenium:37.95µg
54.22%
Vitamin B3:10.19mg
50.93%
Vitamin B6:0.98mg
49.22%
Phosphorus:296.75mg
29.68%
Potassium:801.38mg
22.9%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.42%
Vitamin K:14.97µg
14.26%
Zinc:2.04mg
13.61%
Fiber:3.24g
12.96%
Vitamin B5:1.14mg
11.39%
Magnesium:44.11mg
11.03%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10.02%
Vitamin C:8.04mg
9.75%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.92%
Copper:0.13mg
6.58%
Vitamin E:0.92mg
6.12%
Iron:0.99mg
5.48%
Folate:21.8µg
5.45%
Calcium:48.48mg
4.85%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.02%
Source:My Recipes