Cumin Rubbed Pork Chops w/Vanilla Scented Applesauce

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  • Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. olive oil4 (4oz.)boneless center-cut pork loin chops1 Tbsp. ground cumin1/4 tsp. salt1/8 tsp. pepper3 medium apples, peeled and chopped1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg1/2 tsp. vanilla extract1 tsp. grated lemon zest
Directions
Combine cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub spice mixture on both sides of pork chops.

Heat 1 Tbsp. of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and cook until cooked through, only turning once, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove pan from heat.

Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, heat the remaining 1 tsp. of olive oil. Add the apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook, stirring frequently and mashing with back of spoon or potato masher, until thick and tender, about 6 minutes. Remove pan from heat and stir in the vanilla and lemon zest.

Makes 4 servings(1 chop with about 3 tablespoons of sauce)

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user ROSEYJOSIE.

Servings Per Recipe: 4
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 300.5
  • Total Fat: 14.0 g
  • Cholesterol: 64.0 mg
  • Sodium: 210.7 mg
  • Total Carbs: 18.2 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.5 g
  • Protein: 26.1 g

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