Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Tangy Curtido Slaw

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-02 · Updated 2026-08-02

Juicy pan-seared pork chops served alongside a bright and tangy Salvadoran curtido slaw that adds a refreshing crunch. This Latin American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 32 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, olive oil, salt 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.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces, about 6 oz each bone-in pork chops
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups thinly sliced cabbage
• 1 medium, shredded carrot
• 1/2 small, thinly sliced white onion
• 1/3 cup white vinegar
• 1/3 cup water
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp salt (for slaw)

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 bone-in pork chops and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Step 2: Add pork chops to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until deeply golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 145°F). Remove and rest for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: While pork rests, combine 2 cups thinly sliced cabbage, 1 shredded medium carrot, and 1/2 thinly sliced white onion in a bowl.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup white vinegar, 1/3 cup water, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and 1 tsp salt until dissolved.
5. Step 5: Pour the vinegar mixture over the cabbage mixture and toss well. Let sit for at least 15 minutes to develop bright, tangy flavors that balance the richness of the pork.
6. Step 6: Serve pork chops alongside a generous portion of curtido slaw for a classic Salvadoran-inspired meal.