MANDARIN PORK CHOPS

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These tender and juicy chops from Mary Ann Marino of Bardstown, Kentucky are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Oranges, cloves and cinnamon give them a wonderful, unique flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges
1 tablespoon cornstarch
5 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 whole cloves
6 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Drain oranges, reserving juice; set oranges aside. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and 3 tablespoons reserved juice until smooth; set aside. In another small bowl, combine the onions, brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar, mustard, salt, cinnamon, cloves and remaining juice; set aside., In a large nonstick skillet, brown pork chops in butter on both sides. Add onion mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°, turning chops once., Remove pork and keep warm. Discard cloves. Stir cornstarch mixture into pan juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in oranges. Serve with pork chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 384mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Suraj Sardar
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. The pork chops were cooked well and the sauce was flavorful. I might try making it again with less sugar next time.


tunde segun
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The pork chops are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Mr Mojibul Hoque Mojnu
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans and it was a delicious meal.


Hicham Habba
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. The pork chops were cooked well and the sauce was flavorful. I might try making it again with less sugar next time.


Atif isran
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The pork chops are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Suja Uddin
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This was a great recipe! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was tangy and sweet. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Md Nahid Khan Nahid
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I'm not a big fan of pork chops, but this recipe changed my mind. The chops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Kalam Azad
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This recipe is a winner! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


aatahar ali
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. The pork chops were cooked well and the sauce was flavorful. I might try making it again with less sugar next time.


Ashmita Lakandri
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The pork chops are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Floyd Kyser
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans and it was a delicious meal.


Shoban Khan
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The pork chops are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I usually serve it over rice or noodles.


Anita Sarker
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The pork chops were fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a delicious meal.


Nlewedim uchechi
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


xoli Zwane
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! The pork chops were a hit and everyone loved the sauce. I will definitely be making this again for future parties.


Proofviris 64
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. The pork chops were cooked well and the sauce was flavorful. I might try making it again with less sugar next time.


Keshan Wickramanayake
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The pork chops are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Easter Bunny
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This was a great recipe! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was tangy and sweet. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Zack Barnes
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I'm not a huge fan of pork chops, but this recipe changed my mind. The chops were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Janib Ali Memon
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This recipe was amazing! The pork chops were so tender and flavorful, and the mandarin orange sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


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