Pork Piccata Recipe 🍽️
Description:
This delightful Pork Piccata recipe, adapted from a classic Time-Life recipe originally designed for veal, offers a delicious alternative using tender pork chops, resulting in equally exquisite flavors. Perfect for those seeking a satisfying meal that’s both low in carbs and high in protein. Serve alongside some crusty French bread and a refreshing green salad for a complete culinary experience.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4.5/5)
Reviews: 10
Calories: 592
Fat Content: 26g
Saturated Fat Content: 9.2g
Cholesterol Content: 247.9mg
Sodium Content: 513.2mg
Carbohydrate Content: 4g
Fiber Content: 1.2g
Sugar Content: 1.1g
Protein Content: 81.2g
Ingredients:
- 4-6 boneless pork chops
- 3/4 cup flour
- 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Pound chops between sheets of plastic wrap with flat side of meat mallet. |
| 2 | Cut meat into bite-sized pieces. |
| 3 | Mix flour, salt, and pepper. |
| 4 | Dip pieces in flour mixture. |
| 5 | Cut 6-8 paper-thin slices of lemon. Set aside. |
| 6 | Squeeze remaining lemon for juice (you should have about 1/4 cup). |
| 7 | Brown pork pieces in olive oil and remove from pan. |
| 8 | Pour in 1/2 cup of broth and deglaze pan. Turn heat down to simmer, return meat to pan, and place lemon slices on top of meat. |
| 9 | Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. |
| 10 | Remove lemon slices and discard. |
| 11 | Remove meat from pan and keep warm. |
| 12 | Add remaining broth, simmer for about 5 minutes, then add lemon juice. Simmer a little longer; add a small blob of butter to the pan and swirl. |
| 13 | This adds a nice gloss to the sauce. |
| 14 | Return meat to pan to warm. |
Enjoy the tantalizing aroma and succulent flavors of this Pork Piccata dish, perfect for any occasion. Bon appétit! 🍴
