A snappy pan sauce made with shallots, port and fruity blackberry nectar transforms basic pork chops into a special-occasion dinner. A touch of butter swirled in at the end of cooking gives the sauce a rich finish. You can substitute flattened boneless chicken breast, turkey cutlets or veal scallops for pork; adjust cooking time accordingly.
1. Season pork chops with salt and pepper. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork and cook until browned and just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. (Do not wash skillet.)
2. Add remaining 2 teaspoon oil to the pan. Add shallot and thyme; cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add port (or tea), black currant nectar (or blackberry or blueberry juice), broth and vinegar; bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes to reduce sauce and intensify flavor.
3. Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Add to the sauce and stir until lightly thickened. reduce heat to low. Add blackberries and butter. Simmer, stirring, just until the butter has melted. Return the pork chops and any accumulated juices to the pan; turn to coat with sauce. Serve immediately.
Ingredient note: You can find a variety of berry juices and nectar in natural-food stores or the natural-food section of your supermarket. Enjoy some in a refreshing spritzer. Look for black currant liqueur (cassis) at a liquor store.
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Serving Size: 1 Serving (40g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 4 Servings | ||
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Calories: 55 | ||
Calories from Fat: 48 (87%) | ||
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Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
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Total Fat 5.4g | 7 % | |
Saturated Fat 1.7g | 8 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 3g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 0.4g | ||
Cholesterol 5.1mg | 2 % | |
Sodium 131mg | 5 % | |
Potassium 20mg | 1 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 1.5g | 0 % | |
Dietary Fiber 0.1g | 1 % | |
Sugars, other 1.4g | ||
Protein 0.2g | 0 % | |
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Calories per serving: 55
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