Pork Chops With Tangy Red Currant Sauce Recipe

Sizzle into deliciousness with this Cooking Light-inspired recipe! Juicy pork chops are perfectly complemented by a vibrant, tangy red currant sauce – a burst of sweet and sour flavor in every bite. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes and refreshing lemon-mint peas for a complete and unforgettable meal. This recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 26 mins
Calories 569.6 kcal
Protein 105g
Rating Be the first
Pork Chops With Tangy Red Currant Sauce 57

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Forktionary editorial kitchen team

The Forktionary Kitchen Team

Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pork Chops With Tangy Red Currant Sauce

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Pork Chops With Tangy Red Currant Sauce? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Pork Chops With Tangy Red Currant Sauce

  1. Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat. Coat with cooking spray.
  2. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and 1 tablespoon minced garlic. Cook for 4 minutes, or until onion is softened.
  3. Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the liquid is almost evaporated.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 tablespoons red currant jelly or fruit spread.
  5. Bring to a boil, then cook for 1 minute.
  6. Add 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar.
  7. Return to a boil and cook until the sauce is reduced to 1/2 cup (about 5-7 minutes).
  8. While the sauce simmers, heat a large grill pan over medium-high heat. Coat with cooking spray.
  9. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons minced garlic and the zest of 1 lemon.
  10. Place pork chops in the bowl and evenly coat with the garlic-lemon mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  11. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  12. Add pork chops to the hot grill pan. Cook for 3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to reach your desired doneness.
  13. Remove pork chops from the pan and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  14. Serve the pork chops over mashed potatoes and lemon-mint peas, drizzled generously with the tangy red currant sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

47g

Carbs

3g

Recipe Categories (Choose a category and find related recipes!)

Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Pork Recipes European The Americas American Healthy Gluten Free Summer Recipes Grilling & Bbq

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

Weeknight 30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Lunch Main Dish Fruit Pork American Easy Dinner Party Holiday Event Berries Citrus Meat Pork Chops 3 Steps Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pork Chops With Tangy Red Currant Sauce?

Pork Chops With Tangy Red Currant Sauce takes about 41 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 26 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pork Chops With Tangy Red Currant Sauce?

Pork Chops With Tangy Red Currant Sauce has approximately 569.6 calories per serving, with about 105 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 48 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pork Chops With Tangy Red Currant Sauce?

The key ingredients for Pork Chops With Tangy Red Currant Sauce are White Onion, Fresh Garlic, Red Wine, Sugar, Fruit Spread, Red Wine Vinegar. See the full list with measurements above.

Reviews

No reviews yet — be the first to share your thoughts on this recipe!

Write a Review