Rice Free Maple & Apple Cider Glazed Pork Chops
These pork chops are the kind of weeknight dinner that feels far more impressive than the effort required. The combination of warm turmeric and ginger in the dry rub gives the meat a gorgeous, golden crust after a hard sear in coconut oil, and then the real magic happens in the pan. Pure maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and bone broth come together into a glossy, tangy-sweet glaze that picks up every bit of those caramelized drippings from the bottom of the skillet. Fresh thyme and sliced garlic round out the flavor in a way that feels almost restaurant-worthy. For anyone navigating a grain-free table, this dish is a natural fit — every single ingredient is straightforwardly whole and clean, with no hidden starches or fillers to worry about. The simmer-and-reduce technique means the glaze clings beautifully to the chops without needing any thickener at all. Spoon it generously over the top and dinner is done.
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4 servings
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick, 6–8 oz each)
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
For the glaze
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ cup bone broth
- 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, and ginger, then rub the 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 minutes.
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