Savory Italian Pork Chops with Peppers and Mushrooms
Savory Italian Pork Chops with Peppers and Mushrooms
Transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy with our Savory Italian Pork Chops, a delightful blend of succulent pork, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices. It's a culinary journey that's both comforting and full of flavor.
Ingrediënten
- 4 pork chops about 1 inch thick
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1½ tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
- ½ cup canned tomato sauce
- 1 green pepper cleaned and cut into thin strips
- ½ lb. fresh mushrooms sliced, or 1 can (3 oz.) mushroom pieces, drained
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ⅓ cup tomato juice
- 4 oz. hot Italian sausage optional
Instructies
- Trim excess fat from the pork chops and rinse them under cold water.
- In a bowl, mix salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- Rub this mixture onto the pork chops.
- Heat olive or vegetable oil in a large skillet and brown the pork chops on both sides.
- Add tomato sauce, green pepper, mushrooms, oregano, and tomato juice to the skillet.
- Cover and cook over low heat for about 30 minutes.
- If using sausage, brown it in a separate pan, drain, and add it to the skillet during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- Spoon the flavorful sauce over the chops and serve.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine Advice:
Pair these delectable Italian Pork Chops with a medium-bodied Sangiovese. The fruity notes and balanced acidity of the wine will complement the savory flavors of the pork and the richness of the tomato-based sauce. Buon Appetito!
Nutritional Information
Calories: 360 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 28 g | Fat: 23 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 5 g
