The Embers Original 1 Pork Chop
Savor the smoky, bold flavors of "The Embers Original 1 Pork Chop," a show-stopping single-serving recipe that transforms a classic cut of meat into a sensational dining experience. Featuring a perfectly seasoned bone-in pork chop infused with smoked paprika, garlic, and cumin, this dish is seared to golden perfection in a hot cast-iron skillet. The recipe is elevated with a rich garlic-herb butter sauce, made with freshly minced garlic, vibrant parsley, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, providing the perfect balance of richness and freshness. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this juicy pork chop is ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or an indulgent solo meal. Serve with your favorite sides and let every bite transport you to a world of smoky, savory delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Bone-in pork chop (about 1-inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Pat the pork chop dry with paper towels and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mixture evenly onto both sides of the pork chop, ensuring it is fully coated.
Heat the olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Place the pork chop in the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until a golden-brown crust forms.
Reduce the heat to medium, add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet, and continue cooking the pork chop for another 4-6 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the pork chop from the skillet and let it rest on a plate, loosely covered with foil.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice, creating a garlic-herb butter sauce.
Spoon the garlic-herb butter sauce over the rested pork chop.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
759 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.3 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.7 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 185 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1079 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.7 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 46.4 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 797 mg | 17% | |
*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.
