Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 bone-in pork chops, 1 inch thick
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup dry red wine
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 sprig of thyme
- 1 tablespoon butter
Special equipment needed:
- Grill
- Saucepan
- Whisk
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
3. Brush pork chops with olive oil.
4. Grill pork chops for 5-6 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
5. Remove pork chops from grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
Sauce Espagnole:
1. In a saucepan, sauté onion and garlic in 1 tablespoon of olive oil until softened.
2. Add tomato paste and flour, cook for 1-2 minutes.
3. Gradually whisk in beef broth and red wine.
4. Add bay leaf and thyme.
5. Simmer for 10-15 minutes or until sauce has thickened.
6. Remove bay leaf and thyme.
7. Whisk in butter until melted.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
Temperature:
- Grill temperature: medium-high heat
- Internal temperature of pork chops: 145°F
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 380
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Protein: 34g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Chicken broth can be substituted for beef broth.
- White wine can be substituted for red wine.
Variations:
- Add chopped mushrooms to the sauce.
- Use boneless pork chops instead of bone-in.
Tips and tricks:
- Let pork chops rest before slicing to keep them juicy.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork chops are cooked to the correct temperature.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover pork chops and sauce in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat pork chops in the microwave or oven until heated through.
- Reheat sauce on the stovetop, whisking occasionally, until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve pork chops on a platter with the sauce drizzled over the top.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, such as parsley or thyme.
Pairings:
- Serve with roasted vegetables, such as asparagus or Brussels sprouts.
- Pair with a side salad.
Suggested side dishes:
- Roasted vegetables
- Side salad
- Mashed potatoes
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add more broth or wine to thin it out.
- If the pork chops are not cooked through, finish cooking them in the oven at 350°F until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Food safety advice:
- Always use a meat thermometer to ensure pork is cooked to the correct temperature.
- Wash hands and surfaces thoroughly before and after handling raw meat.
Food history:
- Sauce Espagnole is a classic French sauce that originated in Spain.
Flavor profiles:
- The pork chops are savory and slightly smoky from the grill, while the sauce is rich and flavorful with a hint of red wine.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve with a glass of red wine.
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