Pork Chops with Fennel and Caper Sauce

Pork Chops with Fennel and Caper Sauce
Pork Chops with Fennel and Caper Sauce is a gluten free, dairy free, and primal main course. One portion of this dish contains about 34g of protein, 24g of fat, and a total of 464 calories. This recipe covers 36% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 4. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes. A mixture of salt, lemon zest, shallots, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so yummy.

Instructions

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Watch how to make this recipe.
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In a large, heavy skillet heat the olive oil over high heat. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper.
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Add the pork to the pan and brown on both sides, about 4 minutes each side.
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Remove the pork from the pan, cover loosely with foil, and set aside.
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Add the fennel, shallots, and 1/3 cup parsley to the pan and cook over medium heat until beginning to brown, about 5 minutes.
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Add the wine. Using a wooden spoon, scrape the brown bits off the bottom of the pan.
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Add the tomatoes and stir.
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Add the pork back into the pan, nestling the chops between the fennel and tomatoes so they are mostly submerged in the pan juices. Cook until the fennel is tender and the pork is done, about 12 to 15 minutes.
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Place the pork on a serving dish. To finish the sauce, add the lemon zest, remaining 1/3 cup parsley, capers, and 3/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Spoon over the pork chops and serve immediately.
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Recommended wine: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling

Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Riesling are great choices for Pork Chops. Chardonnay suits simple chops or chops in a butter or cream sauce, dry riesling complements sweet additions like honey mustard or apples, and pinot noir is a safe bet for pork dishes in general. The Lapis Luna Chardonnay with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating seems like a good match. It costs about 13 dollars per bottle.
Lapis Luna Chardonnay
Lapis Luna Chardonnay
Orange zest, ripe pineapple, toast, and vanilla on the nose. Full-bodied, fresh and lively, with lush white peach and ripe apple flavors leading to a savory buttered finish.
DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings4
Health Score43
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