Best 3 Pork Chops With Fig And Grape Agrodolce Recipes

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Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PORK CHOP AGRODOLCE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
4 sprigs fresh thyme
3 tablespoons honey, such as acacia
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
4 center-cut pork loin chops, bone in (about 12 ounces each)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine the vinegar, garlic and thyme in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Continue to simmer until reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Add the honey and simmer until the mixture has thickened slightly, another 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the butter and set aside.
  • Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
  • Season the pork chops evenly on both sides with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Drizzle with the olive oil and place on the hot grill pan. Grill the first side until nicely browned, about 5 minutes. Flip the chops and grill for an additional 5 minutes on the second side. Baste the chops with some of the sauce and then continue basting and flipping until the chops are caramelized and slightly charred and the meat registers 150 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer. Remove the chops to a platter and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Serve drizzled with the remaining sauce.

PORK CHOPS WITH FIG AND GRAPE AGRODOLCE



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Fresh figs and grapes cooked in balsamic vinegar and honey make an addictively sweet and sour sauce for pork chops in this seasonal fall dinner. A pleasantly bitter radicchio salad offsets all that sweet and sour in just the right way-you're going to want dip it in the sauce as you eat.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Gluten-Free and Fresh     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dinner     Pork     Pork Chop     Radicchio     Grape     Fig     Rosemary     Fall

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 (1"-thick) bone-in pork chops, preferably Frenched (about 2 pounds)
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
3/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon honey, divided
2 cups seedless red grapes, halved (about 10 ounces)
8 ounces fresh black Mission figs, halved
3 sprigs rosemary
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) cold unsalted butter, cubed
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 small head of radicchio (about 10 ounces), leaves separated and cut into medium pieces
1 cup (loosely packed) parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Season pork chops on both sides with 1 1/4 tsp. salt and 1 tsp. pepper.
  • Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over high. Working in batches if needed, sear pork chops until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer chops to a wire rack set inside a rimmed baking sheet; reserve pan drippings in skillet. Roast pork until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 135°F, about 15 minutes. Let pork rest 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat skillet with drippings over medium-high. Add vinegar and cook, scraping up drippings with a wooden spoon. Stir in red pepper flakes, if using, 2 Tbsp. honey, and 1/4 tsp. salt. Add grapes, figs, and rosemary and stir to coat. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce is thickened and fruit is softened, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter.
  • Whisk lemon juice, mustard, and remaining 3 Tbsp. oil, 1 tsp. honey, 1/2 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper in a large bowl. Add radicchio and parsley and toss to coat.
  • Divide radicchio salad and pork chops among plates. Top with agrodolce.

SKILLET PORK CHOPS WITH BLISTERED GRAPES



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Pork chops make a great weeknight dinner, and this dish is no exception. It looks and feels special, but comes together in about 20 minutes with very minimal prep. Selecting bone-in pork chops is beneficial beyond appearance: The bones protect the meat to keep it moist. However, you could also use boneless chops or even chicken breasts, if you'd prefer; just be sure to reduce the cooking time accordingly.

Provided by Samantha Seneviratne

Categories     dinner, snack, weeknight, meat, one pot, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 bone-in, 1-inch-thick pork chops (about 3/4 pound each)
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 1/2 cups small, seedless red grapes
1 shallot, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 cup dry white wine
2/3 cup chicken stock
2 teaspoons grainy mustard
1 tablespoon heavy cream or unsalted butter

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over high. Pat the chops dry with paper towels, and season well with salt and pepper. Cook the chops until just cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
  • Add the grapes to the skillet, and sauté until brown in spots, about 2 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to the plate. Reduce the heat to medium-high. Add the shallot and garlic, and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in the flour and thyme, and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the white wine and cook, stirring, until mostly evaporated, about 1 minute. Add the chicken stock and mustard, and cook, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the chops, grapes and any accumulated juices back into the skillet, and cook just until everything is warmed through, about 3 minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose the right pork chops: For this recipe, it's best to use bone-in pork chops, as they will stay more moist during cooking.
  • Cook the pork chops over medium heat: This will help to prevent them from drying out.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork chops are cooked through: The internal temperature should reach 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Make the fig and grape agrodolce ahead of time: This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.
  • Serve the pork chops with a variety of sides: Some good options include roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad.

Conclusion:

Pork chops with fig and grape agrodolce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of sweet, sour, and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new pork chop recipe, give this one a try!

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