Ingredients
– 2 tablespoons oil
– 4 thick cut boneless pork loin or shoulder chops
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 onion, chopped
– 1 celery rib, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 4-5 sprigs of thyme (leaves only) or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 2 tablespoons brandy (or substitute with red wine, sherry, whiskey, or stock for no alcohol)
– 2 tablespoons flour
– 1 cup (250 ml) hard apple cider (or non-alcoholic cider plus 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar)
– 1/2 cup (125 ml) chicken stock
– 1 tablespoon butter
– 2 apples, peeled and cut into 8 wedges each
– 1/2 cup (125 ml) double cream or heavy cream (soy or oat cream can be used for a dairy-free alternative)
Instructions
1-Prepare ingredients: Measure out 1 cup of apple cider and chop your onion and celery.
2-Heat oil and sear pork: Cook for 3-4 minutes per side over medium-high heat.
3-Sauté veggies: Add onion, celery, garlic, and thyme, stirring for 2-3 minutes.
4-Deglaze and thicken: Pour in brandy, add flour, then mix in cider and stock.
5-Bake the chops: Cover and cook in the oven for 25 minutes at 350°F.
6-Fry apples: In another pan, cook apple wedges in butter until golden.
7-Finish the dish: Stir in cream, cook uncovered until tender, and add apples before serving.
Last Step:
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🍏 Use thick cut chops to ensure juicy, tender meat.
🍎 Deglaze pan with brandy for depth of flavor, or substitute with alcohol-free options.
🥄 Fry apples separately to retain texture and add caramelized sweetness before combining with pork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing, Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Standard
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop with sauce and apples