Pork Chops With Mustard Sauce
Description:
Indulge in the delightful fusion of tender pork chops smothered in a tangy mustard sauce, creating a symphony of flavors that tantalize your taste buds. This recipe is not only easy to whip up but also pairs exquisitely with sides like creamy scalloped potatoes, elevating your dining experience to new heights of culinary bliss.
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Recipe Category: Pork
Keywords: Meat, Kid Friendly, <30 Mins
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 344.8
- Fat Content: 23.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 10.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 102.5mg
- Sodium Content: 1184.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 6.9g
- Fiber Content: 1.1g
- Sugar Content: 4.8g
- Protein Content: 24.1g
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Pork chops |
| 1 | Tablespoon butter |
| 4 | Tablespoons white wine |
| 1 | Tablespoon cider vinegar |
| 4 | Tablespoons Dijon mustard |
| 1/2 | Tablespoon sugar |
| 1 | Cup cream |
| 4 | Fresh tarragon sprigs |
| 5-6 | Minced gherkins |
Instructions:
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Season Pork Chops: Begin by seasoning the pork chops with a generous sprinkling of salt and pepper, ensuring each chop is evenly coated for maximum flavor.
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Sear Pork Chops: In a non-stick pan over medium-high heat, melt the butter until it begins to sizzle. Carefully add the seasoned pork chops to the pan, allowing them to sizzle and sear for approximately 7-8 minutes on each side, or until they develop a golden brown crust, locking in the juices and flavors.
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Create Mustard Sauce Base: Once the pork chops are beautifully seared, remove them from the pan and set them aside momentarily. In the same pan, pour in the white wine, apple juice, cider vinegar, and a hint of sugar, allowing the mixture to come to a vigorous boil over high heat. Let it bubble and reduce for about 6 minutes, intensifying the flavors and creating a luscious base for the mustard sauce.
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Incorporate Cream and Aromatics: After the liquid has reduced to a slightly thickened consistency, gently pour in the cream, minced gherkins, and fresh tarragon sprigs, infusing the sauce with layers of creamy richness and aromatic freshness. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer gently for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together harmoniously.
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Add Dijon Mustard: With the sauce gently simmering, add the star ingredient – Dijon mustard. Whisk it into the sauce, allowing it to dissolve and blend seamlessly, imparting its distinctive tanginess and depth of flavor to the dish.
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Season to Perfection: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning according to your preference, adding a pinch more salt or pepper if needed to achieve the perfect balance of flavors.
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Serve: Arrange the seared pork chops on a serving platter, generously spooning the velvety mustard sauce over the top, ensuring each chop is lavishly coated. Garnish with additional fresh tarragon leaves for a pop of color and herbaceous aroma.
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Enjoy: Dive into this culinary masterpiece with gusto, savoring each succulent bite of pork bathed in the creamy mustard sauce, accompanied by your favorite sides such as buttery scalloped potatoes or steamed seasonal vegetables. Bon appétit! 🍽️👌
