Pork Chops In Sauce (chuletas En Salsa)
Pork Chops in Sauce, or Chuletas en Salsa, is a classic Puerto Rican dish that features tender pork chops smothered in a flavorful tomato-based sauce. This dish is perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Season the pork chops with salt, pepper, oregano, and cumin.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the pork chops and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the tomato sauce and season with additional oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the pork chops are tender.
- Serve the pork chops with the sauce spooned over the top.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large skillet Cooking spoon Cutting board Knife
Tools
Cooking thermometer
Serving suggestions
Serve the Pork Chops in Sauce with a side of white rice and a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, marinate the pork chops in the seasoning for 30 minutes before cooking.
Cost
$15