Peanut Free Apple Cider Glazed Pork Chops
Pork chops get a serious upgrade here, coated in a warm spice rub of turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon before hitting a hot skillet for a deep, golden sear. The real magic happens when unfiltered apple cider, a splash of apple cider vinegar, honey, and fresh thyme hit the pan and reduce into a glossy, fragrant glaze that clings to every bite. Sliced garlic blooms in the drippings first, adding a savory backbone that keeps the whole thing from tipping too sweet. Everything comes together in a single skillet, which means the browned bits from the sear get folded right back into the sauce — zero flavor left behind. The ingredient list is naturally free of peanuts and peanut-derived oils, relying on coconut oil for the cook and pantry-friendly spices for depth, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden allergens. Finished with a spoonful of pan glaze and a scatter of fresh thyme, these chops look and taste like something from a proper restaurant kitchen.
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4 servings
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about ¾ inch thick, 6–8 oz each)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
For the glaze
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 cup apple cider (unfiltered, unsweetened)
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the pork chops completely dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, stir together the salt, turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of each chop.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the pork chops in a single layer and sear, undisturbed, for 4 minutes, until the underside is deep golden and releases easily from the pan. Flip and sear the second side for 3–4 minutes, until equally golden.
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