Crispy Pork Chops Paired with Hearty Bacon Lentils
Course: MainDifficulty: Easy2
servings2
hours35
minutes30
minutesPan-Fried Pork Chop with Bacon Mushroom Lentils is a hearty, comforting dish that combines tender, golden pork chops with the earthiness of green lentils and the smoky richness of bacon. The dish begins with juicy, seasoned pork chops that are pan-seared and basted with thyme and garlic-infused butter, then roasted to perfection. Accompanying the pork is a savory bed of lentils, cooked gently with streaky bacon, mushrooms, and a hint of ginger, bringing layers of umami and warmth. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a drizzle of pan juices, this meal is both rustic and refined—a delicious fusion of hearty, home-cooked flavors and elegant presentation. Perfect for a cozy dinner that’s as satisfying as it is simple to prepare.
Ingredients
- For the pork chops:
2 boneless pork chops
100g carrot, peeled and chopped
1 sprig of thyme
3 garlic cloves, crushed
30g butter, cut into cubes
Ground rock salt
Ground black pepper
- For the lentils:
140g green puy lentils, washed
280ml water
100g streaky bacon, chopped
2 shallots, finely chopped
100g chestnut mushrooms, sliced
2 garlic cloves, grated
8g ginger, grated
½ tsp cayenne pepper
10g butter
Ground rock salt
Ground black pepper
Rapeseed oil
Fresh parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)
Directions
- Cook the lentils:
🔹Heat some rapeseed oil in a sauté pan over medium heat.
🔹Fry the bacon, shallots, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
🔹Add the mushrooms, cayenne pepper, and cook until soft.
🔹Stir in the lentils and pour in the water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes. - Season the pork chops:
🔹Rub the pork chops with rock salt and black pepper.
🔹Drizzle with rapeseed oil. - Cook the pork chops:
🔹Heat an ovenproof frying pan over medium heat.
🔹Place the pork chops in the pan, with the chopped carrots alongside.
🔹Add the thyme and crushed garlic to the pan, along with butter cubes.
🔹Frequently baste the pork chops with the butter until both sides are golden brown. - Roast the pork chops:
🔹Transfer the pan to an oven preheated to 180°C (fan) and roast for about 15 minutes. Seasoning the carrot with ground rock salt and ground black pepper. - Finish the lentils:
🔹Once the lentils are cooked, stir in the butter and season with rock salt and black pepper. - Serve:
🔹Place the lentils in a bowl and slice the pork chops on top.
🔹Drizzle the sauce from the pan over the pork.
🔹Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.
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