Grilled Pork Chops with Saté Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Grilled Pork Chops with Saté Sauce
45 min.
4
455kcal

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Imagine biting into a juicy, perfectly grilled pork chop, infused with exotic flavors that transport you straight to a bustling Southeast Asian market. Our Grilled Pork Chops with Saté Sauce combine the rich, smoky goodness of grilled meat with a creamy, spicy sauce that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences, but it also delivers a punch of flavor that will impress your family and friends at the dinner table.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a beautiful meal that serves four, making it an ideal choice for both lunch and dinner. The saté sauce, made from a blend of tender coconut milk, roasted peanuts, and authentic Thai spices, pairs harmoniously with the succulent pork chops, ensuring each bite is bursting with flavor. Whether you're enjoying this dish on a sunny patio or cozying up indoors, the combination of textures and flavors will leave everyone craving more.

Serve these mouthwatering pork chops alongside perfect steamed rice or a delightful cumin herb rice pilaf for a complete meal that is satisfying and nutritious. Elevate your culinary skills and impress your guests with this unforgettable dish that celebrates the vibrant tastes of Asian cuisine!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 tablespoons fish sauce 
  •  pork chops bone-in thin () (1 1/2 pounds total)
  • teaspoon apple cider vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup coconut milk unsweetened canned
  • 1.5 tablespoons chili paste depending on your taste pref (preferably Thai Kitchen)
  • 0.5 cup roasted peanuts unsalted
  • tablespoons shallots chopped
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • blender
  • grill
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. sliced cucumber; chopped peanuts; lime wedges
  2. Purée all ingredients except pork in a blender.
  3. Transfer to a small heavy saucepan and bring to a simmer, stirring, over medium-low heat. Thin sauce if desired with 1 to 2 Tbsp water.
  4. Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (medium-high heat for gas).
  5. Pat pork dry, then sprinkle all over with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.
  6. Oil grill rack, then grill pork, covered only if using a gas grill, turning once, until just cooked through, about 5 minutes total.
  7. Serve with sauce.
  8. Perfect Steamed Rice or Cumin Herb Rice Pilaf
  9. Pork can be grilled in a hot lightly oiled large (2-burner) ridged grill pan over medium-high heat, 5 to 7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories455kcal
Protein36.08%
Fat57.18%
Carbs6.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.02
Glycemic Load
0.81
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
23.433478001019%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:454.6kcal
22.73%
Fat:29.04g
44.68%
Saturated Fat:10.68g
66.72%
Carbohydrates:7.7g
2.57%
Net Carbohydrates:5.53g
2.01%
Sugar:2.66g
2.95%
Cholesterol:116.96mg
38.99%
Sodium:707.13mg
30.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:41.23g
82.45%
Selenium:60.62µg
86.6%
Vitamin B3:14.35mg
71.77%
Vitamin B6:1.28mg
63.98%
Vitamin B1:0.89mg
59.52%
Phosphorus:450.17mg
45.02%
Manganese:0.65mg
32.71%
Potassium:827.44mg
23.64%
Zinc:3.53mg
23.56%
Magnesium:93.69mg
23.42%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
20.27%
Vitamin B12:0.93µg
15.51%
Vitamin B5:1.5mg
14.99%
Copper:0.3mg
14.77%
Iron:1.95mg
10.82%
Fiber:2.17g
8.7%
Folate:31.09µg
7.77%
Calcium:59.09mg
5.91%
Vitamin D:0.85µg
5.65%
Vitamin C:1.75mg
2.13%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.66%
Source:Epicurious