Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Plum Pork Steaks recipe, a dish that masterfully combines savory and sweet flavors. Succulent bone-in pork steaks are pan-seared to perfection, then simmered in a rich, tangy plum sauce made from fresh plums, brown sugar, soy sauce, and a hint of balsamic vinegar. The addition of garlic and ground ginger adds a fragrant depth to the sauce, while a gentle simmer ensures the steaks become tender and infused with the fruity, slightly caramelized glaze. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is a versatile delight that pairs beautifully with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or an impressive meal for entertaining, Plum Pork Steaks are sure to become your new go-to recipe for flavor-packed comfort food.
Season the pork steaks with salt and black pepper on both sides and set aside for 10 minutes to allow the seasoning to penetrate.
Cut the plums in half, remove the pits, and chop finely or blend into a coarse puree.
In a small bowl, mix together the plum puree, brown sugar, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, and ground ginger to form the plum sauce.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork steaks for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown, then remove them from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet, then pour in the prepared plum sauce. Stir for 1-2 minutes to combine and bring the sauce to a simmer.
Add the water to the skillet to thin out the sauce slightly, then return the pork steaks to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the pork steaks simmer in the sauce for 20 minutes. Flip the steaks halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Uncover and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat the pork steaks.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the pork steaks rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the plum pork steaks with a drizzle of the sauce on top, accompanied by rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables of your choice.
Calories |
1909 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 120.1 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.8 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 420 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 3860 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.0 g | ||
| Protein | 139.2 g | 278% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2531 mg | 54% | |
*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.