Taste of Home
Pork Chops with Chimichurri
TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
YIELD: 4 servings.
Chimichurri is a traditional Argentinian marinade/sauce that is usually paired with steak but this herbacious sauce is a wonderful accompaniment to pork as well.
Ingredients
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4 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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CHIMICHURRI:
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1 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs
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1/2 cup loosely packed basil leaves
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1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
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1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
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3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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1/8 teaspoon pepper
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2 tablespoons water
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2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
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1.
Sprinkle chops with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, cook chops in oil over medium heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°.
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2.
Meanwhile, place the herbs, vinegar, garlic and seasonings in a small food processor; cover and pulse until chopped. Add water; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Serve with chops.
Nutrition Facts
1 each: 261 calories, 17g fat (4g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 414mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat.
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