Balsamic-Plum Glazed Pork Chops
Port wine, plum preserves, and balsamic vinegar combine for a sweet and savory glaze for these juicy pork chops. Couscous and green beans complete the meal.
Serving size: 1
Ingredients:
1 teaspoon butter
4 (4-ounce) boneless center-cut loin pork chops (about 1/2 inch thick)
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
cooking spray
2 tablespoons chopped shallots
1 teaspoon bottled minced garlic
1/4 cup port wine
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup plum preserves
Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Directions:
Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle pork evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. Add pork to pan; cook 3 1/2 minutes on each side. Remove from pan.
Coat pan with cooking spray. Add shallots and garlic to pan; sauté 30 seconds.
Add port and vinegar to pan; cook 30 seconds, stirring occasionally.
Stir in remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and plum preserves; cook for 30 seconds or until smooth, stirring constantly.
Return pork to pan; cook 30 seconds or until desired degree of doneness, turning to coat.
Sprinkle with parsley, if desired.
Source: myrecipes.com