Ingredients:
4 center-cut pork chops, 1"
thick (1 3/4 lb.)
2 and 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 medium McIntosh apple, peeled and grated
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
Instructions:
Pork and fruit are
a perfect pair. We selected crisp McIntosh apples to add tart flavor and a
dose of fiber. Be careful not to overcook the chops or they will be dry. As
soon as the juice runs clear, the meat is done.
Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
1. Make a slit in side of each pork chop to form a deep pocket. Combine 2
tsp. brown sugar, salt, and pepper, and season outside of chops.
2. In a small bowl, combine apple, remaining 1/2 tsp. brown sugar,
coriander, cinnamon, and cumin. Stuff apple mixture into pork pockets.
Skewer closed using a toothpick.
3.Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add oil,
swirling to coat bottom of pan. Sear chops for 1 1/2 minutes on each side,
until well browned. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook 10 to 12
minutes, until pork is done.
4. Remove chops to serving platter. Increase heat to high and simmer liquid
in skillet about 2 minutes, until slightly thickened. Spoon over chops.
Nutrition per
serving:
345 cal.; 30 g pro.; 21 g fat; 8 g carb.; 42 mg calcium; 1 mg iron; 1 g
fiber.