Are you wondering what special recipe we have in hand today? Okay, let’s burst the bubble with our: Roasted Pork Recipe. And you know what’s even more special about this recipe? You are gonna get the recipe with a special Red Wine Grape Sauce which will complement our today’s recipe even more beautifully.
By the way, I am roasting pork today for the movie night that I have today with my cousin. This pork recipe is all set to go for our dinner choice. I am really excited about today’s night and trying my best to gather snacks and drinks to make it even more special.
I have even prepared Fried Zucchini Chips and Strawberry Rhubarb Margarita for the same. Crawfish Hushpuppies are something I cooked on demand for my cousin as he really loves them. So are you all set to make your days even more special with our special recipe? If yes, Let’s just begin this interesting journey.
I Must Say I Am a Fan of These Variations!
- Get Creative with Herbs: Don’t be afraid to mix up the herbs in your sauce. Try using whatever you have on hand, like thyme, sage, or oregano. It’s a fun way to add your own twist!
- Fruit Swap: No red grapes? No problem! Use any other fruit you love, such as cherries, plums, or even figs. They’ll all bring their unique flavor to the dish.
- Wine Options Galore: If you’re out of red wine, white wine or apple cider can step in beautifully. They’ll give your sauce a lighter, sweeter touch.
- Broth Switcheroo: Switch up the broth for a change. Beef broth can make the sauce richer, while veggie broth keeps things light and vegetarian-friendly.
- Sweetness Shift: Out of brown sugar? Try honey, maple syrup, or agave instead. Each one brings a different kind of sweetness to the party.
- Cooking Flexibility: No cast iron pan? No worries! Sear those chops in any skillet and finish them in the oven in a baking dish. Same delicious result!
- Grill It Up: Feeling the grill vibe? Go for it! Grill the pork chops for that smoky goodness, then pour on the grape and rosemary sauce.
- Nutty Upgrade: Want a crunchy twist? Toss in some toasted almonds or walnuts into your sauce. They’ll add a whole new level of yum.
What You Should Serve with Roasted Pork?
Although we are making this recipe with its best companion which is red wine grape sauce, we can still look for some other options that can bring you joy with diversity. Try them out and let us know, how it came out for you guys!
- Roasted Vegetables Medley
- Cornbread Casserole
- Southern Cornbread
- Mexican Cornbread Muffins
- Fruit Salad
Roasted Pork Recipe
Equipment
- Large cast iron pan
- Oven mittens
- Skillet
- Knife and Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 4 thick cut pork chops
- extra virgin olive oil
- kosher salt to season
- 2 teaspoons coriander ground
- 1 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
- a few cracks of black pepper
- 2 cups red grapes sliced in half
- 2-3 tablespoons fresh rosemary
- 1 cup red wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or stock
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees and place a large cast iron pan in the oven to preheat.
- Drizzle pork chops with olive oil, season with salt, coriander, granulated garlic, and black pepper. Let rest.
- Remove preheated cast iron pan from the oven, sear pork chops on both sides until golden, then roast in the oven until internal temperature reaches 145 degrees.
- While chops cook, sauté grapes and rosemary in a skillet, then add wine, broth, and brown sugar. Reduce liquid.
- Serve pork chops topped with grape and rosemary sauce.
