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Grilled Pork Chops with Sauteed Apples, Onion Rings and Mustard Greens Recipe

Grilled Pork Chops with Sauteed Apples, Onion Rings and Mustard Greens Recipe

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Grilled Pork Chops with Sauteed Apples, Onion Rings and Mustard Greens

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Ingredients:

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3 tsp salt
1 tsp fennel seeds
1 tsp black peppercorns
1 tsp pimenton
4 whole cloves
1 tsp light brown sugar
3 bone-in center-cut pork chops (10 to 12 oz each)
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp lemon juice
1 granny smith apple, cored and sliced into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 whole star anise
1 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp brandy
salt
2 cups canola oil, for frying
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 tsp salt , plus more as needed
a few grinds of black pepper
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 large yellow onion, sliced into 1/2-inch rings and separated
mustard greens , for serving

Directions:

There are rubs and there are brines. A brine is a slower process where the rub, sugar and salt are diluted to penetrate the protein and break it down so that the meat is juicy, flavorful and tender after cooked. I love brined pork and chicken, but if I am cooking late and didn't think about it the day before, I will have to do a nice rub on the meat, which is just more concentrated and expedited, and that's what I have here. Pork chops go with so many accompaniments but I do love the acidity of apples or an applesauce with pork chops and the bite of mustard greens. You can use mizuna, or arugula if you cannot find mustard greens. Also, you can put a schmear of hot mustard mixed with a little honey or molasses on the plate instead for the kick. I like onion rings, in general. My other favorite accompaniment to pork chops is kimchee tossed with some fresh fruit such as peaches or plums.
To cook the pork chops: Grind all the spices together with the sugar and rub all over the pork chops. Set aside for 30 minutes to an hour at room temperature.
Preheat the grill on high or heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat on the stovetop and preheat the oven to 375 degrees (Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pan if cooking in cast iron).
Cook the pork on one side for 4 to 5 minutes on the grill or in cast iron. Flip over and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes on the grill; if cooking in cast iron, flip the chop and transfer to the oven for 4 to 5 minutes. Set aside to rest for 5 minutes.
To cook the sauteed apples: In a medium saute pan over medium-high heat, combine the sugar, 1 tablespoon water and a drop of lemon juice. Cook until sugar caramelizes to golden brown. Turn off the heat and add the apple slices and star anise. Return the pan to medium-high heat, stir in the butter and remaining lemon juice. Saute, stirring, for 2 minutes, adding the brandy in the last minute of cooking with a pinch of salt. Simmer briefly to burn off the alcohol and thicken the caramel. Set aside.
To cook the onion rings: Bring the canola oil to 360 degrees F in a large pot. Combine the flour, cornstarch, salt and pepper in a bowl. Pour the buttermilk into a shallow dish or bowl. Dip the onion rings in the flour mixture to dredge, shaking off any excess. Dip in the buttermilk to coat, and then back into the flour mixture. Shake off any excess flour. Working in batches, fry the rings until light golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.
Serve the pork chops with the sauteed apples, onion rings and mustard greens.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	1755.76 Kcal (7351 kJ)
Calories from fat	1442.26 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	160.25g	247%
Cholesterol	94.13mg	31%
Sodium	2856.17mg	119%
Potassium	556.33mg	12%
Total Carbs	47.58g	16%
Sugars	8.38g	34%
Dietary Fiber	1.84g	7%
Protein	29.01g	58%
Vitamin C	1.5mg	3%
Iron	1.5mg	8%
Calcium	90.4mg	9%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	426.31 Kcal (1785 kJ)
Calories from fat	350.19 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	38.91g	247%
Cholesterol	22.85mg	31%
Sodium	693.5mg	119%
Potassium	135.08mg	12%
Total Carbs	11.55g	16%
Sugars	2.04g	34%
Dietary Fiber	0.45g	7%
Protein	7.04g	58%
Vitamin C	0.4mg	3%
Iron	0.4mg	8%
Calcium	22mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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