Ingredients for Almond Crusted Orange Mustard Pork Chops
- 4 (1 inch thick) boneless pork chops
- 1 cup ground almonds
- 1 teaspoon salt (plus more for seasoning)
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (plus more for seasoning)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup mandarin orange segments, for garnish
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup orange juice (from fresh oranges or good quality store-bought)
- 1 teaspoon honey
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How to Make Almond Crusted Orange Mustard Pork Chops
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a shallow dish, combine 1 cup ground almonds, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and 1 tablespoon water.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season 4 pork chops (about 1 inch thick) with salt and pepper.
- Dip each pork chop in the egg wash, then dredge thoroughly in the almond mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
- Sear the pork chops in the hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- While pork chops are searing, finely chop 1/2 cup onion and 2 cloves garlic.
- Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside. Add onions and garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup orange juice, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and 1 teaspoon honey.
- Return the pork chops to the skillet. Pour the orange mustard sauce over the chops.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Garnish with 1/4 cup mandarin orange segments and fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
55 g
Sugar
42g
Fat
31g
Carbs
6g