Chuletas de Cerdo con Salsa Cremosa de Dijon y Manzana Verde

This recipe for Pork Chops with Creamy Dijon and Green Apple Sauce combines golden chops with creamy Dijon and green apple sauce. It's a delicious option to prepare at home and share at a special meal without overcomplicating things.

Ingredients

Para las chuletas

• 4 thick-cut pork chops (2.5 to 3 cm)
• 2 cucharaditas de sal de grano
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

For the sauce

• 1 chalota finamente picada
• 2 finely chopped garlic cloves
• 1 Granny Smith green apple, cut into small cubes
• ½ cup dry white wine
• 1 cup of chicken broth
• ¾ cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon of whole grain mustard
• 1 teaspoon of finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves
• 1 cucharadita de miel de abeja
• Salt and pepper to taste

For decorating

• Very thin slices of green apple
• Small rosemary leaves
• Freshly ground black pepper

Step-by-step preparation

Step 1: Prepare the chops

1. Remove the chops from the refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking them.
2. Pat them perfectly dry with paper towel.
3. Season them with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.

Step 2: Sear

1. Calienta un sartén grande a fuego medio-alto.
2. Agrega el aceite y la mantequilla.
3. When the butter starts to foam, place the chops.
4. Do not move them for 4 minutes, to achieve a golden crust.
5. Flip and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, depending on the thickness.
6. Retira y reserva.

Step 3: Prepare the sauce

1. In the same pan, add the shallot.
2. Cook until translucent.
3. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Add the apple.
5. Sauté for 3 minutes so it retains some texture.
6. Add the white wine and let it reduce by half.
7. Add the chicken broth.
8. Stir in the cream, both mustards, honey, and rosemary.
9. Cook for 5 minutes until a slightly thick sauce is obtained.
10. Rectifica la sazón.

Step 4: Finish

1. Return the chops to the pan.
2. Baste them constantly with the sauce for 3 minutes.
3. The meat should reach an internal temperature of 63 °C.
4. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Paso 5: Presentación

1. Serve a chop on a mirror of sauce.
2. Add some apple cubes.
3. Garnish with thin slices of green apple, fresh rosemary, and a little freshly ground pepper.

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