Description:
Tender pork chops marinated in a Filipino-inspired adobo sauce, then pan-fried to perfection. The rich sauce complements the succulence of the pork, creating a dish full of deep, tangy flavors.
Cooking Equipment Needed:
- Large skillet or frying pan Bowl for marinating Measuring cups and spoons Tongs
Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in pork chops, about 1 inch thick
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup vinegar
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Cooking Time:
Prep Time: 10 minutes + marinating time (at least 1 hour)
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes + marinating time
Cooking Steps:
Marinate Pork Chops: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, sugar, and black pepper. Add pork chops and ensure they are fully submerged. Marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
Cook Pork Chops: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove pork chops from marinade (reserve the marinade) and sear them until browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
Simmer: Pour the reserved marinade over the pork chops, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for about 10 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through.
Serve: Remove bay leaves and serve the pork chops hot, spooning the adobo sauce over them.
