Roasted Pork Chops with Hard Cider Jus

Gluten Free
Roasted Pork Chops with Hard Cider Jus
45 min.
8
87kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with our succulent Roasted Pork Chops with Hard Cider Jus, a dish that effortlessly marries savory and slightly sweet flavors for a truly memorable experience. Perfect for gatherings, this gluten-free recipe serves up to eight people, making it an ideal choice whether you're hosting a family dinner or simply looking for an impressive meal to enjoy among friends. Each juicy rib chop is seared to perfection, locking in moisture and flavor before being finished in the oven, resulting in tender, mouthwatering meat that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

The addition of shallots adds a delightful layer of sweetness, perfectly complemented by the rich, tangy hard cider jus. This sauce, reduced to perfection, brings a sophisticated touch that transforms simple pork chops into a gourmet experience. With only 45 minutes of prep and cooking time, this dish is as approachable as it is elegant, allowing you to impress your guests without spending all day in the kitchen.

Whether you’re looking for an appetizer that will set the tone for an unforgettable meal or a standout main course for your next gathering, these roasted pork chops are sure to leave a lasting impression. Serve them hot, with the luscious sauce drizzled over the top, and watch as they quickly become a favorite among family and friends. Dive into this culinary adventure and let every bite take you closer to pork perfection!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 teaspoons pepper black
  • cup cider hard
  • rib rib pork chops 1-inch-thick () (4 lb total)
  • teaspoon sea salt fine
  • lb shallots separated halved lengthwise
  • 2.5 tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
  2. Pat pork chops dry and sprinkle both sides with sea salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then brown chops in 3 batches, turning once, 6 minutes per batch, and transfer with tongs to a large shallow baking pan (1 inch deep).
  4. Add shallots and remaining tablespoon butter to skillet and cook over moderate heat, turning occasionally, until golden brown and tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
  5. Add cider and boil, stirring and scraping up brown bits, until reduced to about 3/4 cup, about 3 minutes.
  6. Spoon shallots and sauce around chops and roast in lower third of oven until thermometer inserted horizontally into center of 1 chop (do not touch bone) registers 150°F, 7 to 9 minutes.
  7. Let chops stand, loosely covered with foil, 5 minutes (temperature will rise to 155°F while standing).
  8. Serve chops with shallots and sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories87kcal
Protein8.3%
Fat40.44%
Carbs51.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.75
Glycemic Load
2.35
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
3.2569564963165%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:86.62kcal
4.33%
Fat:3.68g
5.67%
Saturated Fat:2.29g
14.29%
Carbohydrates:10.51g
3.5%
Net Carbohydrates:8.62g
3.13%
Sugar:5.25g
5.83%
Cholesterol:10.08mg
3.36%
Sodium:299.69mg
13.03%
Alcohol:1.48g
100%
Alcohol %:2.02%
100%
Protein:1.7g
3.41%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.32%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.2%
Fiber:1.89g
7.57%
Potassium:198.37mg
5.67%
Vitamin C:4.54mg
5.5%
Folate:19.46µg
4.87%
Iron:0.72mg
3.99%
Phosphorus:37.82mg
3.78%
Magnesium:12.8mg
3.2%
Copper:0.06mg
2.78%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.75%
Calcium:23.66mg
2.37%
Vitamin A:113.35IU
2.27%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.81%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.67%
Selenium:1.07µg
1.53%
Vitamin K:1.27µg
1.21%
Source:Epicurious