Pork chop is a cut of pork taken from the loin of a pig. It’s similar to a steak but from pork, and it’s usually grilled, fried, or baked.
🍖 Types of Pork Chops
- Bone-in pork chop – more flavorful and juicy
- Boneless pork chop – lean and easy to cook
- Rib chop – very tender, similar to ribeye steak
- Loin chop – has a T-shaped bone
🍳 Simple Pan-Fried Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 2 pork chops
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Optional: thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Season pork chops with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook pork chops for about 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add butter and garlic and spoon the melted butter over the meat for extra flavor.
- Cook until the internal temperature reaches 63°C (145°F), then let it rest for 5 minutes.
🍽️ Popular Ways to Serve
- With cheesy potatoes or mashed potatoes
- With rice and vegetables
- With apple sauce or gravy
If you want, I can also show you:
- 🔥 Garlic butter pork chops (restaurant style)
- 🍯 Honey garlic pork chops recipe
- 🍖 How to make super juicy pork chops (common mistakes to avoid).
