Garlic Butter Pan Seared Pork (Druckversion)
Succulent pork chops seared in garlic butter, finished with fresh herbs for a flavorful, restaurant-quality main.
# Zutaten:
→ Main
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2 pork chops, bone-in or boneless, approximately 1 inch thick
→ Seasoning
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional
→ Aromatics and Fats
05 -
3 cloves garlic, minced or finely chopped
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Garnish
08 -
Fresh parsley or thyme, optional, for garnish
# Zubereitung:
01 -
Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Liberally season both sides with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika if desired.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, arrange pork chops in the skillet in a single layer.
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Sear pork chops for 3 to 4 minutes per side until a deep golden-brown crust forms.
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Reduce heat to medium. Add unsalted butter and minced garlic to the skillet. As the butter melts, tilt the skillet and continuously baste the pork chops with the garlic butter for enhanced flavor.
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Continue cooking and basting for 2 to 3 minutes, or until pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (medium-rare) as measured by a meat thermometer.
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Remove pork chops from skillet and let rest for several minutes. Serve garnished with fresh parsley or thyme if desired.
# Hinweise:
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Allow pork chops to rest after cooking to ensure juices are retained for optimal tenderness.
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For thicker pork chops, extend the cooking time and verify doneness using a meat thermometer.
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Basting continuously distributes garlic butter over the meat for even flavor.