Hoisin-Glazed Pork Chops with Sesame Slaw Salad

This hoisin-glazed pork chop recipe is a game-changer for busy weeknights. The glaze-a quick blend of hoisin sauce, sesame oil, vinegar, garlic and scallions-adds incredible depth of flavor to the pork chops in just minutes. Served with a crunchy sesame slaw salad, this dish is both satisfying and refreshing.

The slaw features a mix of red cabbage and carrots tossed in a tangy sesame dressing, topped with crisp scallion greens for a pop of freshness. It’s a balanced meal that comes together quickly, making it perfect for a delicious dinner any night of the week.

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Ingredients

1 unit Baby LettuceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1.5 ounce Sesame DressingView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

5 teaspoon White Wine VinegarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Pork ChopsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 clove GarlicView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce Red Cabbage and Carrot MixView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Sesame OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit ScallionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon Hoisin SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 teaspoon (tsp) SugarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
2. In a small bowl, combine the hoisin sauce, sesame oil, white wine vinegar and sugar. Stir until smooth. Set aside.
3. Mince the garlic. Thinly slice the scallions, separating the white parts from the green parts.
4. Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
5. Reduce heat to medium. Add the garlic and white parts of the scallions to the skillet. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. Pour the hoisin mixture into the skillet. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute until slightly thickened. Return the pork chops to the skillet, turning to coat with the glaze. Cook for 1 more minute.
7. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the baby lettuce, red cabbage and carrot mix and sesame dressing. Toss to coat.
8. Divide the slaw between plates. Top with the glazed pork chops and drizzle any remaining glaze from the skillet over the chops. Garnish with the scallion greens.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different protein instead of pork chops?

Yes, this hoisin glaze works well with chicken thighs or even firm tofu. Adjust cooking times accordingly.

What can I substitute for sesame dressing?

You can make a quick substitute by whisking together 2 tablespoons of tahini, 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon of soy sauce and 1 teaspoon of honey.

Is this recipe gluten-free?

The recipe contains hoisin sauce and sesame dressing, which typically include soy sauce (wheat). For a gluten-free version, use tamari-based hoisin and a gluten-free dressing.