Fennel pork chops
Delight your taste buds with our easy and flavorful Fennel Pork Chops recipe! Made with tender pork fillets, aromatic garlic powder, and fragrant fennel seeds, all simmered in a rich white wine sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special meal. Ready in minutes, this dish promises to be a hit with the whole family.
Cook time 20 min
Prep time 15 min
Ingredients:
4 pork fillets2 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp fennel seeds
8 oz white wine
Fennel pork chops are a delightful and aromatic dish that combines the robust flavors of garlic and fennel seeds with tender pork fillets. This recipe provides a simple yet delicious way to prepare pork, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The white wine adds a touch of sophistication, enhancing the overall flavor profile of the dish.
Instructions:
- Begin by patting the pork fillets dry with paper towels. This helps the seasoning stick better and ensures a good sear.
- In a small bowl, mix the garlic powder and fennel seeds together.
- Rub this mixture evenly over both sides of each pork fillet, ensuring they are well-coated with the seasoning.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Allow the skillet to become hot before adding the pork fillets. This will help achieve a good sear on the chops.
- Add a small amount of oil to the hot skillet (olive oil or vegetable oil works well).
- Place the pork fillets in the skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Sear them for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown.
- Once the pork fillets are seared on both sides, reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Carefully pour the white wine into the skillet. The wine will deglaze the pan, picking up all the flavorful bits stuck to the bottom.
- Allow the pork fillets to simmer in the wine for about 15-20 minutes. The wine should reduce by about half, creating a flavorful sauce.
- Occasionally spoon some of the liquid over the pork fillets to keep them moist and infuse more flavor.
- Ensure the pork fillets reach an internal temperature of at least 145°F (63°C). You can check this with a meat thermometer.
- Once done, remove the pork fillets from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, keeping it tender and juicy.
- Serve the pork fillets hot, drizzling some of the reduced wine sauce over the top for extra flavor. These fennel pork chops pair well with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
Tips:
- Marinade: For even more flavor, consider marinating the pork fillets in the white wine, garlic powder, and fennel seeds mixture for at least an hour before cooking.
- Cooking Method: Searing the pork chops in a hot pan before baking can help lock in the juices and create a nice crust.
- Deglazing: After cooking the pork fillets, deglaze the pan with a bit more white wine to create a flavorful sauce. Simply add the wine to the hot pan, scrape up any stuck-on bits, and let it reduce slightly before serving.
- Resting: Allow the pork chops to rest for a few minutes after cooking to ensure they remain juicy and tender when served.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair the fennel pork chops with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad for a balanced and satisfying meal.
By following these steps, you can create a delightful meal of fennel pork chops that are both flavorful and elegant. The unique combination of ingredients provides a gourmet touch that is sure to impress your family or guests. Enjoy your delicious pork chops with a side of your choice and a glass of the remaining white wine for a complete dining experience.
Nutrition per serving
4 ServingsCalories 180kcal
Protein 22g
Carbohydrates 5g
Fiber 0.44g
Sugar 0.69g
Fat 2.29g
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