Sweet and Tangy Apple Pork Chops

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This is a recipe I created using the idea that pork and apples go splendidly together! The seasonings give the pork a sweet and slightly spicy taste. The apple cider adds to the sweetness, while bringing a unique tartness as it is absorbed into the meat. Serve with applesauce, if desired. Hope you enjoy!

Submitted by Shyla Lane
Published on March 5, 2020
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar

  • 2 tablespoons honey mustard

  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder

  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (Optional)

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 pound pork chops

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • ¾ cup apple cider

Directions

  1. Mix brown sugar, honey mustard, mustard powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder together in a small bowl; rub onto pork chops and let sit on a plate for flavors to dissolve into pork chops, about 10 minutes.

  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; add apple cider. Arrange coated pork chops in the skillet; cook until pork chops are browned, 5 to 7 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Cook's Note:

Feel free to omit the cumin or to lessen it, since I know it is a strong flavor.

Feel free to add more cayenne, if you think you can handle it! Or use any variety of chile powder.

Dijon works just as well in place of honey mustard. Also, you can mix together plain mustard and some honey.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

265 Calories
14g Fat
20g Carbs
15g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 265
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 6g 32%
Cholesterol 54mg 18%
Sodium 138mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 18g
Protein 15g 30%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 29mg 2%
Iron 1mg 5%
Potassium 277mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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