Black Garlic Miso Glazed Pork Chops
Tender pork chops glazed with a rich blend of black garlic miso, honey, and soy sauce for a deep umami flavor. This japanese-inspired quick meals ready in about 40 minutes pairs bone-in, 1 inch thick pork chops, black garlic paste, miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in, 1 inch thick pork chops
- 3 tbsp black garlic paste
- 2 tbsp miso paste
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2, sliced green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat pork chops dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp black garlic paste, 2 tbsp miso paste, 1 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp mirin, and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Set aside.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Brush with 1/3 of the miso-glaze mixture and transfer to oven.
- Step 4: Bake for 15-20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Brush with remaining glaze and top with sliced green onions.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Black Garlic Miso Glazed Pork Chops take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Black Garlic Miso Glazed Pork Chops?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep black garlic paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Black Garlic Miso Glazed Pork Chops?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Black Garlic Miso Glazed Pork Chops for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Black Garlic Miso Glazed Pork Chops?
Japanese quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
So much better than takeout. We'll never order japanese delivery again.
- ★★★★★
Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
