Pork Chops

By Youcipe

6 months, 3 weeks ago

Description

Recipe: Juicy, flavorful pork chops slathered in a tangy-sweet rub, paired with golden, crispy baby potatoes—this dish is a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal! The oven-baked pork caramelizes beautifully under the broiler, while the potatoes soak up delicious juices. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or an easy weeknight feast! 😋🍽️

Ingredients

For the Rub:

✅ 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 🥄

✅ 2 tbsp ketchup 🍅

✅ 1 tbsp soy sauce 🥢

✅ 2 tbsp brown sugar (or white) 🍬

✅ 1 tbsp olive oil (or vegetable/canola oil) 🫒

✅ 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄

✅ 2 tsp apple cider vinegar 🍎



For the Chops and Potatoes:

✅ 4 pork chops or cutlets 🍖

✅ 800g (1.6 lb) baby potatoes 🥔

✅ 1 tbsp olive oil 🫒

✅ Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 🧂

✅ Optional: Fresh parsley, for garnish 🌿

Equipment

✅ Baking tray

✅ Small mixing bowl

✅ Spoon or brush (for basting)

✅ Tongs

Quick Steps

1️⃣ Preheat Oven and Prep Potatoes:
Preheat oven to 220°C/430°F (standard) or 200°C/390°F (fan-forced/convection). Toss 800g baby potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Scatter on a baking tray and bake for 15 minutes.

2️⃣ Make the Rub:
In a small bowl, mix 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 2 tbsp ketchup, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, and 2 tsp apple cider vinegar.

3️⃣ Prep the Pork:
Slather 4 pork chops with the rub on both sides, reserving some for basting.

4️⃣ Add Pork to Tray:
Remove the tray from the oven, toss potatoes, and push them to the edges. Place pork chops on the tray and bake for 15 minutes.

5️⃣ Broil for Caramelization:
Switch oven to high broiler/grill (shelf ~20cm/8" from heat). Flip pork, spoon reserved rub over, and dab on sides. Broil for 7-10 minutes until caramelized.

6️⃣ Finish with Juices:
Remove tray, brush pork with golden juices from the tray, and pop back under the broiler for 1-2 minutes to finish.

7️⃣ Serve:
Serve pork and potatoes, scraping tray juices over the chops. Garnish with parsley if desired. Enjoy the savory, caramelized goodness! 😍

Tips

👉 Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 180°C/350°F until warmed through.

👉 Serving: Pair with a green salad or steamed veggies for a complete meal.

👉 Substitutions: Swap pork chops for bone-in pork loin or chicken thighs. Use maple syrup instead of brown sugar for a different sweet note.

👉 Potato Tip: Cut larger baby potatoes in half for even cooking.