This is one of my favorite ways to eat pork. Pork chops are crusted in pecans and breadcrumbs, then topped with a delicious homemade pumpkin butter. (You can always use store bought pumpkin butter if you can find it but homemade is always better).
Ingredients
- 1 (14 ounce) can pumpkin puree
- ¾ cup apple juice
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 pinch ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup pecans
- ¾ cup bread crumbs
- 4 (1/2 inch thick) boneless pork chops
- ¼ cup oil for frying
Directions
Step 1
Whisk together pumpkin puree, apple juice, sugar, cloves, ginger, and cinnamon in a saucepan until smooth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the mixture has reached the consistency of applesauce. About 10 minutes.
Step 2
Meanwhile, pulse pecans and bread crumbs in a food processor until the pecans are finely chopped. Pour into a shallow dish, and press pork chops into the mixture to coat.
Step 3
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add breaded pork chops and cook until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve the pork chops with a dollop of pumpkin butter.
Cook’s Note
If desired, reduce the sweetness of the pumpkin butter by using just ¼ cup of apple juice mixed with ½ cup water.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 683 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat33g | 42% |
Saturated Fat5g | 27% |
Cholesterol62mg | 21% |
Sodium436mg | 19% |
Total Carbohydrate71g | 26% |
Dietary Fiber7g | 25% |
Total Sugars48g | |
Protein31g | |
Vitamin C5mg | 27% |
Calcium113mg | 9% |
Iron4mg | 23% |
Potassium837mg | 18% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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