Glazed pork chops

Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Glazed pork chops
45 min.
4
459kcal
24.51%sweetness
100%saltiness
10.46%sourness
12.02%bitterness
70.87%savoriness
96.39%fattiness
0%spiciness

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These juicy pork chops are coated with a sweet and savory glaze that will tantalize your taste buds. The combination of honey, soy sauce, and balsamic vinegar creates a mouthwatering flavor profile that is simply irresistible. The pork chops are seasoned with cracked black pepper, adding a subtle kick to the dish. The recipe is not only delicious but also gluten-free, making it accessible to those with gluten intolerances or allergies. The pork chops are seared to perfection, creating a beautiful crust that seals in all the juices. The addition of melted butter and garlic enhances the savory notes of the dish, while the fresh chives provide a refreshing touch. Serve these mouthwatering pork chops with polenta and a green salad for a complete meal that is sure to impress. Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and savory with every bite of these glazed pork chops.

Ingredients

  • Tbs balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.3 tsp pepper black
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • 0.5 tsp cornstarch 
  •  garlic clove minced
  • servings chives fresh sliced for garnish
  • tablespoons honey 
  •  pork chops boneless trimmed
  • 0.3 cup soya sauce 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Press one side of each chop into the black pepper.
  2. Heat nonstick grill skillet until hot.
  3. Add pork chops, pepper side down, and cook about 4 minutes or until browned.Reduce heat to medium, turn pork chops and cook 6-8 minutes longer.When done, take the skillet from the heat, cover the pork chops and set aside.Meanwhile, mix honey, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar and cornstarch until smooth.
  4. Add the cracked pepper, stir.Melt the butter in a small pan, add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring.Stir honey mixture into pan, let it boil, cook for 1 minute, stirring.Spoon sauce over pork chops, sprinkle with fresh chives or green onions.
  5. Serve with polenta and green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Calories459kcal
Protein26.9%
Fat63.5%
Carbs9.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
68.57
Glycemic Load
5.13
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
17.433913043478%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Taste

Sweetness:
24.51%
Saltiness:
100%
Sourness:
10.46%
Bitterness:
12.02%
Savoriness:
70.87%
Fattiness:
96.39%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:459.09kcal
22.95%
Fat:32.35g
49.76%
Saturated Fat:17.87g
111.71%
Carbohydrates:11.01g
3.67%
Net Carbohydrates:10.78g
3.92%
Sugar:9.52g
10.57%
Cholesterol:150.79mg
50.26%
Sodium:1058.41mg
46.02%
Protein:30.84g
61.67%
Selenium:45.07µg
64.39%
Vitamin B1:0.91mg
60.51%
Vitamin B3:11.32mg
56.6%
Vitamin B6:1.03mg
51.28%
Phosphorus:332.79mg
33.28%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
16.86%
Potassium:557.95mg
15.94%
Vitamin A:758.8IU
15.18%
Zinc:2.22mg
14.77%
Vitamin B12:0.76µg
12.64%
Vitamin B5:1.08mg
10.81%
Magnesium:42.91mg
10.73%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.01%
Iron:1.15mg
6.38%
Vitamin E:0.84mg
5.58%
Copper:0.11mg
5.36%
Vitamin K:4.35µg
4.14%
Vitamin D:0.54µg
3.57%
Calcium:24.99mg
2.5%
Vitamin C:1.1mg
1.34%
Folate:4.79µg
1.2%
Source:Foodista