Pork - Spiced pork chops with sweet and sour glaze

By Pascento96

Giada de Laurentiis from the Today Show

Ingredients

• Pork
• 1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra, as needed
• 4 (8-ounce) boneless pork chops, about 1 inch thick
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• Glaze
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 scallions, pale green and white parts only, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
• 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, at room temperature
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

For the pork: In a large, heavy skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper and sprinkle with the red pepper flakes. Add the pork to the pan and cook for about 8 to 10 minutes each side until cooked through. Remove the pork from the pan, cover loosely with foil, and set aside.

For the glaze: In a small saucepan, bring the vinegar, honey, garlic, scallions, and rosemary to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the honey has dissolved. Simmer for 9 minutes until slightly reduced. Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the butter until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste

Arrange the pork chops on a platter and drizzle with the glaze.