Capsaicin Free Rosemary Apple Pork Chops
Savory, a little sweet, and deeply aromatic, these pork chops hit every note you want from a satisfying weeknight dinner without a single ingredient that brings the heat. Bone-in chops get a golden sear in coconut oil before finishing low and slow in a pan sauce built from apple slices, garlic, fresh rosemary, and bone broth — the kind of layered flavor that tastes like it took far more effort than it did. The touch of apple cider vinegar and honey keeps the sauce bright and balanced, while the apples soften into something almost jammy and irresistible. For anyone navigating capsaicin sensitivity, this recipe is a genuine win because the warmth comes entirely from turmeric and ginger rather than any pepper-derived spice — no sneaky heat hiding in the seasoning blend. Scraping up those browned bits from the pan is the secret move here; it's where all the richness lives, and the broth pulls it right into the sauce. Everything comes together in a single skillet, which means less cleanup and more time to enjoy the result. Finish with a scatter of fresh rosemary and serve straight from the pan for a dinner that looks as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about ¾ inch thick, 6–8 oz each)
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 2 medium apples (such as honeycrisp or fuji), cored and thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1 cup bone broth (homemade or aip-compliant brand)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves, roughly chopped (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 3–4 minutes, until the underside is deep golden and releases easily from the pan. Flip and sear the second side for 3 minutes. Transfer the chops to a plate and set aside — they will finish cooking in the sauce.
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