Cajunized Oriental Pork Chops
Transform dinner into a bold fusion experience with these irresistible Cajunized Oriental Pork Chops. This recipe masterfully blends the smoky heat of Cajun seasoning with the savory-sweet flavors of soy sauce, hoisin, and honey, creating a tantalizing marinade enhanced by fresh ginger and garlic. Pan-seared to golden perfection and finished with a sticky, flavor-packed glaze, these pork chops are juicy, tender, and bursting with global flair. Quick to prepare and ready in just 30 minutes of cooking and rest time, this dish is perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds for added texture and serve with fluffy steamed rice or crisp stir-fried vegetables for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 0.25 cups soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 stalks green onions (optional, for garnish)
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, lime juice, and Cajun seasoning to prepare the marinade.
Place the pork chops in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chops, ensuring they are well-coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more intense flavor.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Remove the pork chops from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off, and reserve the remaining marinade for later use.
Carefully lay the pork chops in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens into a glaze.
Drizzle the glaze over the rested pork chops and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Serve the Cajunized Oriental Pork Chops hot with a side of steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1524 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.8 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.3 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 6088 mg | 265% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.0 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.2 g | ||
| Protein | 121.5 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 228 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2013 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
