Craving a hearty and flavorful meal? Look no further than these delectable Crunchy Pork Chops with Garlicky Spinach and Tomato Salad. This tantalizing dish combines perfectly seasoned pork chops, sautéed spinach bursting with garlicky goodness, and a refreshing tomato salad, creating a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds.
The pork chops are coated in a crispy breadcrumb mixture, ensuring a satisfying crunch with every bite. Juicy and tender on the inside, these chops are cooked to perfection, delivering a succulent and savory experience. The garlicky spinach provides a vibrant green contrast, adding a delightful earthiness and subtle sharpness. Sautéed with garlic and a hint of lemon juice, this spinach is a fantastic way to incorporate more greens into your meal.
To accompany the main course, a refreshing tomato salad is served on the side. Featuring ripe, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and red onions, this salad offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Dressed with a tangy vinaigrette, this salad is a perfect complement to the richness of the pork chops and spinach.
Get ready to indulge in a culinary journey with this exceptional dish. The Crunchy Pork Chops with Garlicky Spinach and Tomato Salad will surely become a favorite in your kitchen.
CRUNCHY PORK CHOPS WITH BABY SPINACH SALAD
Provided by Nigella Lawson
Categories dinner, easy, quick, one pot, main course
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place the chops between two pieces of plastic wrap. Using a mallet or rolling pin, beat around the bone, turning once, until the meaty part of the chop is half as thick.
- In a wide, shallow bowl, combine the egg, mustard, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste. Beat with a fork until blended. In another wide, shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs with Parmesan. Press each chop into the egg mixture, coating each side. Then dip each into the bread crumbs, covering them evenly. Set aside on a rack or plate.
- In a large bowl, combine the tomato, garlic, olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and stir to blend; set aside.
- Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add the peanut oil, and heat just until a bread crumb sizzles when dropped into the oil; do not overheat. Add the chops. Cook, turning once, until deep golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes a side.
- Transfer the chops to two plates. Toss the spinach in the tomato mixture until it is well coated, and place equal portions of salad over each crispy chop.
CRUNCHY PORK CHOPS WITH GARLICKY SPINACH AND TOMATO SALAD
This delicious recipe is from Nigella Lawson's newest cookbook, "Feast". Delicous combination and easily doubled.
Provided by MarieRynr
Categories Pork
Time 30m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Trim all the fat off the pork chops.
- Lay the chops between two pieces of saran wrap and, using a rolling pin, beat them until the meaty part of the pork chop is half as thick, turning them over once as you go.
- Beat the egg in a shallow wide bowl, with the mustard, oregano and salt and pepper.
- On a large plate combine the bread crumbs and parmesan cheese.
- Dip each of the chops into the egg mixture, then roll to coat in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing the crumbs in to adhere on both sides.
- Let them dry for a few minutes on a wire rack while you heat the oil in a large frying pan.
- Fry the chops in the hot oil until deep golden brown, about 5- 7 minutes on each side (depending on how thin you have managed to get them and how cold they were before going in to the oil).
- Meanwhile, quater the tomatoes and remove the seeds.
- Cut the tomatoes into strips and then dice them (tomatoes concasse) You may remove the skins before if you wish, but it works well without doing that.
- Combine the diced tomato with the minced garlic, olive oil and lemon juice in a bowl and add salt and pepper to taste.
- When the chops are ready, toss the spinach with the tomato mixture and divide the salad between two large plates, putting each large, crisp golden chop alongside.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1712.5, Fat 151.7, SaturatedFat 31.8, Cholesterol 275.5, Sodium 479.2, Carbohydrate 28.9, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 7.1, Protein 61.3
CRUNCHY PORK CHOPS
This recipe is from America's Test Kitchen, Family Cookbook. I think that these would be even better with some Dijon mustard mixed in with the mayonnaise.
Provided by KellyMac6
Categories Pork
Time 25m
Yield 4 pork chops, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Adjust the oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place the Melba toasts, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, and sugar in a zip-top bag and seal.
- Pound the toasts to coarse crumbs, leaving some the size of small pebbles.
- Add 2 tablespoons mayonnaise to the bag and work it into the crumb mixture. Transfer to a large plate.
- Working with one chop at a time, coat with 1 tablespoon mayonnaise using your fingers or the back of a spoon; coat thoroughly with Melba crumb mixture.
- Press on the crumbs on the chop to make sure they adhere; lay the chop on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet.
- Bake the pork chops on the wire rack until the coating is golden brown and the center registers 135 degrees, approximately 16 to 22 minutes.
- Transfer the chops to a clean plate and let rest until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145 to 150 degrees (5 to 10 minutes).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.6, Fat 20.7, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 129.7, Sodium 611.8, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 41.7
YUMMY PORK CHOPS
My husband went nuts when I made this. He literally ate it like an animal!!!
Provided by SEXYSERINA
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Braised
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix the Italian-style salad dressing, soy sauce, and pepper.
- Place the pork chops in a skillet over medium heat, and cover with the dressing mixture. Cover skillet, and cook pork chops 25 minutes, turning occasionally. Remove cover, reduce heat to low, and continue cooking to desired doneness.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Cholesterol 48.2 mg, Fat 39 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 20.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 2873.2 mg, Sugar 10 g
SAUTEED PORK CHOPS WITH GARLIC SPINACH
My family enjoys cooking easy and delicious meals. This pork chop recipe is also inexpensive, which makes cooking easier for everyone. Keep an eye on the spinach-it cooks fast! -Joe Valerio, Whitinsville, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper; add to skillet. Saute until a thermometer reads 145°, about 5 minutes per side. Remove to a serving platter; squeeze juice from lemon over chops. Tent with foil; let stand at least 5 minutes before serving., For garlic spinach, heat oil over medium-high heat in same skillet. Add garlic; cook until it just begins to brown, about 45 seconds. Add spinach; cook and stir just until wilted, 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Remove from heat; add lemon juice. Transfer to serving platter. Remove foil from pork; serve spinach with chops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 607mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- To ensure the pork chops are crispy and juicy, pat them dry before searing and cook them over medium-high heat.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork chops are cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare or 160°F (71°C) for medium.
- Allow the pork chops to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
- For the garlicky spinach, use fresh spinach leaves and sauté them quickly in olive oil with garlic and red pepper flakes for a flavorful and nutritious side dish.
- To make the tomato salad, use a variety of colorful tomatoes and dress them with a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Serve the pork chops with the garlicky spinach and tomato salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Conclusion:
This recipe for crunchy pork chops with garlicky spinach and tomato salad is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork chops are crispy and juicy, the spinach is garlicky and flavorful, and the tomato salad is refreshing and tangy. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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