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Keto Pan Seared Pork Chop with Chimichurri

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Course Mains
Cuisine Latin
Keyword Pork chops
Dietary Preference Gluten-Free
Main Ingredient Pork
Skill Level Intermediate
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 people
Calories 1043kcal

Ingredients

For chimichurri Sauce

  • ½ cup Italian parsley
  • ½ cup cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¾ cup olive oil

For pork chops

  • 2 bone-in pork chops 10 to 12 ounces each
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon thyme chopped
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories1043kcalCarbohydrates4gFat99gProtein36g
Juicy pork chops are seared to a golden crust and paired with a vibrant, herb-packed chimichurri sauce for a zesty, fresh finish. This Keto Pan Seared Pork Chop with Chimichurri turns a simple protein into a gourmet-style meal.

Instructions

For chimichurri sauce:

  • In food processer combine ½ cup Italian parsley, ½ cup cilantro, 2 tablespoons onion, 2 garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, ½ teaspoon chili flakes, ½ teaspoon sea salt and ¾ cup olive oil for chimichurri and blend well. Incorporate olive oil ¼ cup at a time.
    ½ cup Italian parsley, ½ cup cilantro, 2 tablespoons onion, 2 garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, ½ teaspoon chili flakes, ½ teaspoon sea salt, ¾ cup olive oil

For pork chops:

  • Season 2 bone-in pork chops on both sides with ½ teaspoon sea salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon parsley, 1 teaspoon thyme and 1 teaspoon olive oil. Set aside.
    2 bone-in pork chops, ½ teaspoon sea salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon parsley, 1 teaspoon thyme, 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • Heat large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear pork chops on each side until golden brown. Depending on thickness of chops, you might have to finish in oven.
  • Cook until internal temperature is 160 degrees F / 71 degrees C.
  • Serve with your favorite low-carb sides and enjoy!

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