Katsu-Glazed Pork Chops with Candied Sweet Potatoes and Garlicky Green Beans

Take a trip around the world for dinner from the comfort of your own kitchen. These pork chops are browned to perfection and then glazed in a tangy-sweet katsu sauce that elevates the flavor to new heights.

Pair the main event with roasted brown sugar sweet potatoes and charred green beans flecked with sesame seeds. It’s a complete meal that’s sure to impress-winner, winner, pork chop dinner!

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Ingredients

6 ounce Green BeansView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 tablespoon Katsu SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon Soy SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit LemonView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Sweet PotatoView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Pork ChopsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 clove GarlicView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Sesame SeedsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit ScallionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon Brown SugarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

3 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon (tbsp) ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
2. Peel and dice sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss with 1 tsp oil, brown sugar, salt and pepper. Spread on one side of the baking sheet.
3. Roast sweet potatoes for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
4. While potatoes roast, trim green beans and mince garlic. Thinly slice scallions.
5. Pat pork chops dry and season with salt and pepper.
6. Heat 2 tsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
7. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter, garlic and green beans to the skillet. Cook, stirring, for 4-5 minutes until beans are charred and tender.
8. Stir in soy sauce and sesame seeds. Cook 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in scallions.
9. In a small bowl, mix katsu sauce with juice from half the lemon.
10. Return pork chops to the skillet (or a clean pan) and brush with katsu glaze. Cook over medium heat for 1-2 minutes per side until glazed and heated through.
11. Serve pork chops with candied sweet potatoes and garlicky green beans. Garnish with extra sesame seeds and lemon wedges if desired.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use chicken instead of pork?

Yes, boneless chicken breasts or thighs work well. Adjust cooking time as needed.

What can I substitute for katsu sauce?

Mix 3 parts ketchup, 2 parts Worcestershire sauce and 1 part soy sauce for a similar tangy-sweet flavor.

How do I store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave.