Glazed Sesame Pork Chops
Elevate your dinner table with these irresistible Glazed Sesame Pork Chops, a savory-sweet delight that's both easy to prepare and packed with bold flavors. Perfectly seasoned boneless pork chops are seared until golden brown, then coated in a luscious glaze made with sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and a hint of rice vinegar for balance. A quick cornstarch slurry ensures the glaze is rich and glossy, while a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions adds a beautiful finishing touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe pairs perfectly with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables, making it an ideal centerpiece for a weeknight dinner or special occasion. Make these juicy, flavorful pork chops your new go-to recipe for a satisfying Asian-inspired dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless pork chops
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 stalks green onions (sliced for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
Season the pork chops with salt and black pepper on both sides. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to prepare the glaze.
In a separate small dish, mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Place the pork chops in the hot skillet and sear for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F). Remove the pork chops and set them on a plate to rest.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low and pour in the glaze mixture. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the glaze and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, turning them to coat evenly in the glaze. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, spooning the glaze over the chops as they heat through.
Sprinkle sesame seeds over the glazed pork chops and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Serve hot with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1591 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.2 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.6 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 3158 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.9 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.7 g | ||
| Protein | 111.6 g | 223% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2032 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.
