Pan-Fried Pork Chops

Here is the recipe for succulent Italian-style pan-fried pork chops:

Ingredients

• 4 pork chops
• 2 cloves of garlic
• Fresh rosemary to taste
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil to taste
• White wine, about 100 ml
• (Optional) Lemon juice, to add a touch of freshness

Preparation

1. To start, take the pork chops and make sure they are at room temperature; this will help the cooking to be more even.
2. Season them with salt and pepper on both sides.
3. In a large pan, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and add the whole garlic cloves (you can lightly crush them to release more aroma) and a sprig of fresh rosemary.
4. When the oil is hot and flavored, add the pork chops.
5. Brown the chops over medium-high heat for about 3-4 minutes per side until they have acquired a nice golden color.
6. Deglaze with white wine and let the alcohol evaporate on high heat.
7. Lower the flame, cover the pan with a lid, and let the chops cook for about another 15-20 minutes, turning them occasionally. If necessary, add a little water to prevent the cooking base from drying out too much.
8. Once they are cooked, you can finish with a splash of lemon juice to add a bit of acidity and freshness, if you wish.

Serve your chops hot, perhaps accompanied by a side of roasted potatoes or a fresh seasonal salad.

Curiosity

Pork chop is a very popular and appreciated dish in Italy, often marinated with aromatic herbs that enhance its flavor. In some regional variants, sage is also used in addition to rosemary, or it is marinated before cooking in wine and spices.