Fruity Pork Chops

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Fruity Pork Chops
35 min.
4
338kcal

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If you’re looking for a delightful dish that beautifully marries savory and sweet, look no further than our Fruity Pork Chops. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only bursting with flavor but also a feast for the eyes, making it the perfect addition to your antipasti platter or as an unforgettable appetizer for a special gathering. In just 35 minutes, you can transform a simple protein into a show-stopping meal that will leave your guests raving.

The star of this dish is the vibrant fruit compote, crafted from a medley of dried apples, sour cherries, and apricots, simmered in rich marsala or sherry, and brightened with fresh orange juice. This compote adds a luscious, sweet-tart layer to the juicy pork chops, creating a delightful balance that tantalizes your taste buds. With only a sprinkle of salt and pepper to season the meat, the natural flavors shine brightly, while the enticing aroma of cinnamon wafts through your kitchen, inviting everyone to gather around the table.

Perfect for celebrations or as a satisfying weeknight meal, these Fruity Pork Chops are sure to impress without requiring extensive culinary skills. Whether you’re enjoying a casual family dinner or hosting a chic gathering, this dish is sure to elevate the occasion. So grab your frying pan, gather your ingredients, and get ready to indulge in this burst of flavors that’s both comforting and sophisticated!

Ingredients

  • cup apples dried
  • 0.5 cup cherries dried sour
  •  cinnamon sticks 
  • 0.5 cup apricots dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • cup plum brandy 
  • cups orange juice fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • large rib pork chops thick ()
  • 0.8 cup prune- cut to pieces 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Combine ingredients in a 2- to 3-quart saucepan; bring to a simmer, cover and cook until fruit is soft but not falling apart, 30 minutes.
  2. Remove and discard cinnamon stick. (Compote can be made and refrigerated up to 4 days ahead. Reheat, adding up to 1 cup water to loosen.)
  3. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Season pork chops with salt and pepper and add to pan. Cook until browned on bottom, about 6 minutes. Turn and cover pan loosely; cook about 6 minutes more, until meat is firm to the touch.
  4. Transfer chops to a board, tent loosely with foil and let stand for 5 minutes.
  5. Arrange chops on plates and spoon compote on top.

Nutrition Facts

Calories338kcal
Protein5%
Fat1.82%
Carbs93.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.85
Glycemic Load
16.12
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
13.19565237597%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.72mg
Petunidin
3.98mg
Delphinidin
2.35mg
Malvidin
56.9mg
Peonidin
2.36mg
Catechin
6.32mg
Epigallocatechin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
6.89mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.06mg
Eriodictyol
0.21mg
Hesperetin
14.82mg
Naringenin
2.65mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
3.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:337.72kcal
16.89%
Fat:0.59g
0.91%
Saturated Fat:0.1g
0.62%
Carbohydrates:68.29g
22.76%
Net Carbohydrates:61.86g
22.5%
Sugar:47.31g
52.56%
Cholesterol:0.67mg
0.22%
Sodium:302.93mg
13.17%
Alcohol:9.18g
100%
Alcohol %:4.13%
100%
Protein:3.66g
7.33%
Vitamin C:63.83mg
77.37%
Vitamin A:1646.51IU
32.93%
Fiber:6.42g
25.69%
Potassium:773.17mg
22.09%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.25%
Vitamin K:21.2µg
20.2%
Copper:0.24mg
12.14%
Folate:41.14µg
10.29%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.25%
Magnesium:40.19mg
10.05%
Vitamin B3:1.78mg
8.9%
Iron:1.5mg
8.35%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
8.08%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.72%
Phosphorus:66.98mg
6.7%
Calcium:66.49mg
6.65%
Vitamin E:0.97mg
6.48%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.08%
Zinc:0.36mg
2.38%
Selenium:1.24µg
1.78%
Source:My Recipes