Citrus-Topped Pork Chops
This is a different way to prepare pork, and my family really enjoys it. The recipe originally had only oranges, but I added the lemons for tartness and color.6 ServingsPrep: 15 min. Cook: 40 min.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 6 loin pork chops (1 inch thick)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup apple jelly
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- Dash ground ginger
- 6 orange slices
- 6 lemon slices
Directions
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Brown chops on both
- sides. Season with salt, pepper and paprika. Combine jelly, juices,
- mustard and ginger. Pour over chops.
- Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Turn chops; cover and simmer 15
- minutes longer. Top each chop with an orange and lemon slice. Cover
- and cook 6-8 minutes more or until juices run clear. Yield: 6
- servings.
Wine: Light-Bodied White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.