Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Nordic Apple-Cabbage Slaw

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

Juicy pork chops seared to perfection paired with a crisp, tangy slaw inspired by the fresh produce markets of Nørrebro. This Mediterranean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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 pieces, about 6 oz each bone-in pork chops
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large, julienned green apple
• 2 cups shredded red cabbage
• 1 medium, grated carrot
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 bone-in pork chops and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add pork chops and sear for 4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 145°F; remove and rest 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, combine 1 large julienned green apple, 2 cups shredded red cabbage, and 1 grated medium carrot in a mixing bowl.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp honey, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
5. Step 5: Pour the dressing over the apple-cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly until crisp slaw is evenly coated; serve alongside rested pork chops.