Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Tamarind Glaze and Thai Basil

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Juicy pork chops pan-seared to perfection, finished with a tangy tamarind glaze and aromatic Thai basil. This Thai-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs pork chops, tamarind paste, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Thai cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 pork chops (about 6 oz each) and season both sides with 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Step 2: When the oil shimmers, add the pork chops and sear for 4 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F. Remove chops and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Lower heat to medium and add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp tamarind paste, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp fish sauce, and 1/4 cup water. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Step 5: Return pork chops to the skillet and spoon the tamarind glaze over them. Cook for 1-2 minutes to reheat and coat evenly.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat, stir in 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, and sprinkle 1/4 cup fresh Thai basil leaves on top before serving for a fragrant finish.

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