Thin pork chops are a great choice for a fast dinner, because they cook very quickly. But they are also very lean; to keep them juicy and ensure some nice caramelization, make sure to use a pan with enough space to not overcrowd the chops, and get the pan and the oil very, very hot.
| Level: | Easy |
| Total: | 30 min |
| Active: | 30 min |
| Yield: | 4 servings |
Ingredients
- Kosher salt
- 8 ounces soba
- 8 ounces shredded Brussels sprouts
- 3 tablespoons ponzu sauce
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 5 radishes, thinly sliced
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced
- Freshly ground pepper
- 12 ounces thin-cut boneless pork chops (4 to 6 chops)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the soba and cook as the label directs. Put the brussels sprouts in a colander and drain the noodles on top of the Brussels sprouts. Run under cool water to stop the cooking and drain well.
- Whisk the ponzu sauce, sesame oil and sugar in a large bowl; remove 2 tablespoons to a small bowl. Whisk the vinegar and ginger into the large bowl. Add the noodle mixture, radishes and scallions, season with a big pinch each of salt and pepper and toss well.
- Toss the pork chops with the reserved 2 tablespoons ponzu sauce mixture. Heat the vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until it just starts smoking. Carefully add the chops and any remaining marinade and cook, turning a few times, until caramelized and just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board.
- Divide the noodles among shallow bowls. Thinly slice the chops and add to the bowls. Spoon any remaining juices or glaze from the skillet over the meat.
Nutrition Facts
| Calories | 540 |
| Total Fat | 23 grams |
| Saturated Fat | 5 grams |
| Cholesterol | 51 milligrams |
| Sodium | 559 milligrams |
| Carbohydrates | 58 grams |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 grams |
| Sugar | 8 grams |
| Protein | 30 grams |
| Calories | 540 |
| Total Fat | 23 grams |
| Saturated Fat | 5 grams |
| Cholesterol | 51 milligrams |
| Sodium | 559 milligrams |
| Carbohydrates | 58 grams |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 grams |
| Sugar | 8 grams |
| Protein | 30 grams |