Best 7 Red Cooked Pork Chops Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Red-Cooked Pork Chops, a classic Chinese dish where tender pork chops are braised in a rich, savory sauce. This delectable dish, also known as Hong Shao Rou, is a staple in many Chinese households and restaurants. The secret lies in the aromatic sauce, infused with soy sauce, rice wine, ginger, garlic, and a hint of sweetness. The pork chops are first seared to perfection, then simmered in the flavorful sauce until fall-off-the-bone tender. Serve this heartwarming dish over fluffy rice or noodles, and savor the explosion of flavors in every bite.

**Additional Recipes:**

1. **Red-Cooked Pork Belly:** Experience the melt-in-your-mouth texture of pork belly braised in a similar savory sauce. This indulgent dish is perfect for special occasions or a hearty weekend meal.

2. **Red-Cooked Chicken:** For a lighter take on this classic dish, try Red-Cooked Chicken. Chicken thighs or drumsticks are braised in the same flavorful sauce, resulting in a tender and succulent dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners.

3. **Red-Cooked Tofu:** A vegetarian delight, Red-Cooked Tofu is a delicious and protein-packed alternative to meat. Firm tofu is braised in the savory sauce until it absorbs all the delectable flavors, making it a satisfying and flavorful dish.

4. **Red-Cooked Eggs:** A simple yet addictive snack or appetizer, Red-Cooked Eggs are hard-boiled eggs braised in the aromatic sauce. The eggs take on a rich, savory flavor and a beautiful reddish-brown color, making them a popular addition to bento boxes and noodle dishes.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

RED-COOKED PORK CHOPS



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"Red" refers to a Chinese style of cooking where the food is cooked with soy sauce (the chops will turn red). Meat must marinate 2-4 hours. The original recipe called for 2 Tbsp minced onion in the marinade as well, but I leave them out as I don't like onions.

Provided by noway

Categories     Pork

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless pork chops, about 3/4 inch thick
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons five-spice powder
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • Mix together all ingredients except the pork chops.
  • Add pork and coat both sides with marinade and marinate in refrigerator for 2-4 hours.
  • Drain chops, discarding marinade.
  • Place in baking dish and roast at 400F in the oven for 20-25 minutes or grill over direct heat for 8-10 minutes, turning once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.4, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 124.2, Sodium 764.7, Carbohydrate 12.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 9.5, Protein 41.2

PORK CHOPS WITH WINE AND GARLIC



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 16m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 bone-in T-bone pork chops, 1 inch thick
16 cloves garlic, peeled
1 1/2 cups red wine
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup beef broth, plus more if needed
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Lemony Green Beans, recipe follows, for serving, optional
1 pound thin green beans
2 tablespoons butter
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter in a heavy skillet over high heat. Salt and pepper both sides of the pork chops and sear them until they're nice and golden, about 2 minutes per side. (No need to completely cook the chops at this point.) Remove the chops from the skillet and set aside.
  • Reduce the heat to medium high, then throw in the whole cloves of garlic. Stir them around and cook until they get nice and golden brown, a couple minutes. Pour in the red wine, then add the bay leaf. Stir it around and cook, raising the heat if necessary, until the sauce is reduced and thick, several minutes.
  • Stir in the beef broth (you can add more if it needs the liquid) and add the chops back to the skillet, arranging them so they're swimming in the sauce. Cook the chops in the sauce for a few minutes, then add the balsamic. Shake the skillet to get it to distribute, then cook for a couple more minutes, or until the pork chops are done.
  • Remove the chops from the skillet once more, then let the sauce reduce a little more if needed, until it's very thick and rich and the garlic is soft. Swirl in the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and sprinkle in a little salt and pepper.
  • Arrange the pork chops on a platter, then pour the whole skillet of sauce (including the garlic) over the top. Serve with Lemony Green Beans if desired.
  • Snap off the stem ends of the green beans or cut them off in a big bunch with a knife.
  • Heat a pan over a medium heat and add the butter. (It helps to use a pan with a light-colored bottom, so you can keep track of the color.) Swirl the pan occasionally so the butter cooks evenly. As the butter melts, it will begin to foam. The color will progress from lemony yellow to golden tan to, finally, a toasty brown.
  • Once you smell that nutty aroma, add the green beans and saute for 3 to 4 minutes so the beans take on a little color. Add the lemon zest and juice, salt and pepper, then transfer to a platter in batches with tongs.

PORK CHOPS WITH RED CHILE PEPPER SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield Yield: 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 to 12 loin pork chops, medium thick cut with bone
3 jalapeno peppers
2 tablespoons solid vegetable shortening or lard
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cloves garlic
2 (15-ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes, 2 whole tomatoes reserved and 1/4 cup liquid reserved for Spanish Rice

Steps:

  • Wash pork chops and set on paper towels to dry. Roast whole jalapenos on the comal or in a cast iron skillet until all sides are toasted, approximately 10 minutes.
  • Wet a small tea towel, then wrap the jalapenos in the tea towel and let them rest for 20 minutes. (This will help to soften them for peeling)
  • While peppers rest, heat shortening in large cast iron skillet on medium-high.
  • Cut pork chops into small and medium pieces (the sections with bone will be bigger). Season both sides of chops with kosher salt, garlic powder and crushed black pepper. Cook pork chops in skillet for about 15 to 20 minutes, periodically adding water to steam. Pork is done when chops have caramelized and water has evaporated.
  • Take peppers out of tea towel and peel off skin. Cut off the ends of the peppers and place, one at a time in a food processor, and grind down with the salt and garlic. Add 1 tomato at a time (from the 2 cans of tomatoes), and grind all ingredients until sauce forms. Taste to determine if more salt is needed. Add the sauce to the pan with pork chops and simmer on low heat, uncovered, for about 10 to 15 minutes.

PORK CHOPS WITH RED-WINE SAUCE



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A red-wine sauce made with dried fruits imparts dramatic color and a pleasing tartness to this pork-chop dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt, plus more for seasoning
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more for seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 rib pork chops (about 8 ounces each)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup dry red wine, such as Cabernet or Merlot
1 3/4 cups homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock
1 1/2 cups assorted dried fruits, such as pitted prunes, apricots, and cherries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Whisk together flour, salt, pepper, and cinnamon in a small bowl; set aside 2 tablespoons. Sprinkle remaining flour mixture over pork chops, turning to coat; shake off excess.
  • Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add pork chops, and brown well, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer skillet to oven; roast pork chops until they are cooked through, about 5 minutes more.
  • Transfer pork chops to a plate; cover to keep warm. Place skillet over high heat; add wine, and deglaze, scraping up browned bits on bottom. Whisk reserved flour mixture into stock; pour into skillet while whisking mixture in pan. Stir in dried fruits. Continue to cook until sauce has thickened and fruits are tender, about 15 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper; serve sauce over pork chops.

PORK CHOPS WITH RED CABBAGE



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Steve Rose of Mesa, Arizona adds pineapple and sweet-and-sour cabbage to these tender chops to give them tangy flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 jar (16 ounces) shredded sweet-and-sour red cabbage, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
Dash celery seed
1 small onion, peeled and halved

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, brown pork chops on both sides in oil. In a bowl, combine the cabbage, pineapple, parsley, dried onion, oregano, pepper and celery seed. Cut each onion half into eight wedges; place over pork chops. Top with cabbage mixture. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until meat juices run clear and onions are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 67mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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.

EASY BAKED PORK CHOPS



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Try this easy recipe to prepare flavorful, juicy baked pork chops in the oven without marinating.

Provided by Kate Lucas

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Baked

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small onion, coarsely chopped
4 pork chops
3 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
4 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 teaspoon red pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with oil.
  • Scatter onions evenly into the baking pan. Place pork chops on top of onions in the pan.
  • Combine maple syrup, mustard, garlic, red pepper, chili powder, and salt together in a small bowl. Pour mixture evenly over pork chops. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chops are no longer pink in the center and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 160 degrees F (71 degrees C), 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 106.6 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 512.5 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

Tips:

  • To achieve the best flavor, select high-quality pork chops with good marbling.
  • Marinating the pork chops in a mixture of soy sauce, Chinese rice wine, ginger, and garlic prior to cooking tenderizes the meat and infuses it with delightful flavors.
  • Use a well-seasoned wok or large skillet to ensure even heat distribution and prevent sticking.
  • Stir-fry the pork chops over high heat to sear them quickly and lock in the juices.
  • Once the pork chops are browned, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining marinade and other sauce ingredients. Simmer until the sauce thickens and the pork chops are cooked through.
  • Garnish the dish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for an appealing presentation.
  • Serve the red-cooked pork chops with steamed rice or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal.

Conclusion:

The red-cooked pork chops recipe presented in this article is an authentic and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Chinese cuisine. With its tender meat, savory sauce, and aromatic spices, this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and become a favorite in your kitchen. By following the step-by-step instructions and incorporating the suggested tips, you can effortlessly create a restaurant-quality meal at home. So gather your ingredients, heat up your wok, and embark on a culinary journey to savor the deliciousness of red-cooked pork chops.

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