Pork with Pear and Ginger Sauce
Tender pork chops are elevated to gourmet status in this delightful Pork with Pear and Ginger Sauce recipe, where sweet and savory flavors harmoniously meet. Seared to golden perfection, the pork is paired with a luscious sauce made from ripe pears, fragrant fresh ginger, and a touch of honey and soy sauce for a balance of sweetness and umami. Simmered with chicken stock and finished with a silky butter glaze, the sauce blankets the pork in a luxurious layer of flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is beautifully garnished with fresh parsley for a bright, herbaceous touch. Serve alongside creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe will warm hearts and palates alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork chops
- 2 pieces pear (ripe but firm)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Peel, core, and dice the pears into small cubes. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set them aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add the grated ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced pears to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pears begin to soften.
Stir in the honey and soy sauce, mixing well to coat the pears.
Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the pear and ginger sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let them cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through (internal temperature of 145°F/63°C).
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Transfer the pork chops to a serving plate, spoon the pear and ginger sauce over the top, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve hot with your choice of sides such as mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1709 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.1 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.0 g | 175% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 352 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 3926 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.5 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.7 g | ||
| Protein | 117.8 g | 236% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2041 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.
