Savory Creole-Style Pork Chops
Indulge in the flavors of New Orleans with these Savory Creole-Style Pork Chops. This recipe features succulent, well-seasoned pork loin chops that are seared to perfection, then simmered in a rich and vibrant Creole sauce made with sautéed vegetables, tomatoes, and aromatic spices. Perfectly tender and packed with flavor, these chops are a delight for any dinner table. Serve them with rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce for a truly authentic culinary experience.
6
Servings
467
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pork Loin Chops
8 (3/4 inches thick, well-trimmed)
Cooking Oil
3 tablespoons (for browning the chops)
Yellow Onion
1 cup (finely chopped)
Green Pepper
1 cup (finely chopped)
Celery
1 cup (finely chopped)
Garlic
2 cloves (finely chopped)
Canned Whole Tomatoes
1 (28 ounce) can (undrained)
Tomato Paste
3 tablespoons (for thickening the sauce)
Beef Stock or Broth
3 cups
Sugar
1 teaspoon
Bay Leaf
1
Ground Oregano
1 teaspoon
Salt
1 1/2 teaspoons
Pepper
1 teaspoon
Parsley
2 tablespoons (finely chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
1
In a large, heavy deep skillet with a lid, heat the cooking oil over moderately high heat. Add the pork chops and brown them for approximately 3 minutes on each side, ensuring a nice golden crust.
2
As the chops brown, remove them from the skillet and keep them warm in a preheated 180°F (82°C) oven.
3
Leave about 3 tablespoons of the drippings in the pan and carefully pour off any excess fat.
4
Over moderate heat, add the onion, green pepper, celery, and garlic to the pan drippings. Sauté the vegetables for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and fragrant.
5
Next, stir in the canned tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, beef stock, sugar, bay leaf, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
6
Reduce the heat to moderately low, cover the skillet, and let the sauce simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
7
After the sauce has thickened, return the pork chops to the skillet, cover, and cook for an additional 30 minutes. Turn the pork chops once during this time to ensure even cooking.
8
Once thoroughly cooked, transfer the pork chops to a large heated serving platter. Pour the tangy Creole sauce over the chops and sprinkle with finely chopped parsley for garnish.
9
Serve hot, accompanied by rice or crusty bread if desired.
Nutrition Information
27
Fat
21
Carbs
43
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Creole-Style Pork Chops?
It is a dish featuring succulent pork loin chops seared and then simmered in a rich Creole sauce made with sautéed vegetables, tomatoes, and aromatic spices.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
How long should I brown the pork chops?
The pork chops should be browned for approximately 3 minutes on each side over moderately high heat.
What is the recommended oven temperature for keeping the chops warm?
A preheated oven at 180°F (82°C) is used to keep the chops warm after browning.
How much fat should be left in the pan after browning the chops?
You should leave about 3 tablespoons of the drippings in the pan, pouring off any excess fat.
Which vegetables are sautéed for the sauce?
The sauce includes finely chopped yellow onion, green pepper, celery, and garlic.
How long should the vegetables be sautéed?
The vegetables should be sautéed for about 5 minutes until they are softened and fragrant.
What type of tomatoes are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for one 28-ounce can of undrained whole tomatoes.
What is the purpose of adding tomato paste?
Tomato paste is added to help thicken the Creole sauce.
How much beef stock is needed for the sauce?
The recipe requires 3 cups of beef stock or broth.
How long does the sauce simmer before adding the meat back?
The sauce should simmer for 30 minutes on moderately low heat.
How long do the pork chops cook once returned to the sauce?
The chops cook in the sauce for an additional 30 minutes.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains 467 calories.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 43 grams of protein.
How much fat is in this dish?
Each serving contains 27 grams of fat.
What are the carbohydrate counts for this recipe?
There are 21 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What cut of pork is best for this recipe?
Pork loin chops that are 3/4 inches thick and well-trimmed are recommended.
What garnish is used for the finished dish?
The chops are garnished with 2 tablespoons of finely chopped parsley.
What are common side dishes for Creole-Style Pork Chops?
This dish is best served with rice or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Is sugar used in the Creole sauce?
Yes, one teaspoon of sugar is added to the sauce mixture.
What herbs and spices season the sauce?
The sauce is seasoned with a bay leaf, ground oregano, salt, and pepper.
How many garlic cloves are required?
The recipe uses 2 cloves of finely chopped garlic.
What kind of oil should be used for browning?
Standard cooking oil is used for browning the pork chops.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 15 ingredients.
What tags describe this recipe?
Tags include pork, creole, dinner, southern cuisine, comfort food, one-pot meal, and New Orleans recipe.
Is the skillet covered during cooking?
Yes, the skillet is covered during both the sauce simmering stage and the final cooking stage.
How much salt and pepper are used?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper.
How thick should the pork chops be?
The pork loin chops should be 3/4 inches thick.
Should the tomatoes be drained?
No, the canned whole tomatoes should be used undrained with their juices.
What is the culinary origin of this recipe?
This recipe is inspired by the flavors of New Orleans and Creole southern cuisine.