Delicious Tangy Pork Chops

Simmered until tender in vinegar, these pork chops are then drenched in a thick gravy made with the cooking juices, a roux, and surprise — anchovies! The recipe was given to me by a friend who owns an Italian restaurant. Serve this savory dish with fluffy mashed potatoes and fried apple rings.

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 6(6 ounce)boneless pork loin chops

  • 3tablespoonsbutter

  • ¾cupwhite wine vinegar

  • ¼cupwater

  • salt and pepper, to taste

  • 4anchovy fillets, chopped

  • 2teaspoonsbutter, softened

  • ½teaspoonall-purpose flour

Cooking Directions

  1. Pound pork chops to a thickness of 1/4 inch.

  2. Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chops and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain fat.

  3. Add vinegar, water, salt, and pepper to the skillet; bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until chops are tender, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Transfer chops to a platter and keep warm; leave juices simmering in the skillet.

  4. Mash anchovy fillets in a small bowl with 2 teaspoons softened butter and flour until a paste forms. Whisk paste into simmering cooking juices; cook and stir until liquid has thickened and flour is no longer grainy, 3 to 4 minutes. Pour sauce over pork chops to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe6
Calories242
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
15g
19%
Saturated Fat
7g
36%
Cholesterol
85mg
28%
Sodium
574mg
25%
Total Carbohydrate
0g
0%
Protein
26g
Vitamin C
1mg
4%
Calcium
52mg
4%
Iron
2mg
9%
Potassium
388mg
8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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