Gochujang Pork Chops with Scallion Relish and Sesame Bok Choy Salad
Bright and flavorful pork chops that also happen to be quick and easy. I like to serve this with a small side salad of bok choy and a punchy green onion-based sauce. This is also excellent grilled.
Servings 2
Calories 469kcal
Ingredients
Pork Chops
- 2 tablespoons gochujang paste
- 1/2 tablespoon white miso paste
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 pound boneless pork chops 2 8-ounce chops
Scallion Relish
- 4 green onions root and tough green ends removed, chopped fine
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons cilantro minced, optional
- 1 small drop stevia glycerite or 2 teaspoons coconut aminos
- salt and pepper to taste
Salad
- 1/2 pound baby bok choy rinsed and sliced thin, both the leafy greens and tender stalks, about 4 heads, 4 cups
- 2-3 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 2-3 drops stevia glycerite omit if using coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 avocado diced, optional
- 2 green onions sliced, whites added to the scallion relish
Instructions
- Mix the gochujang, miso, vinegar, coconut aminos, garlic, and sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth. Rub over the chops (you can marinate them up to overnight or skip marinating them altogether).
- Preheat your oven’s broiler (or turn the oven to 500ºF) and position the oven rack in the top third of the oven. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and rub with a bit of oil and set aside.
- Place the chops onto the prepared baking sheet. Broil the pork about 4 inches from the broiler, flipping half way through.
- The size and thickness will determine the cooking time so the best way to tell is by temperature. Generally, 1/2-inch chops take 4-5 minutes per side, 3/4-inch chops take 6-8 minutes per side, and 1-inch chops take 8-10 minutes per side. Cook until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145ºF. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
- While the pork chops rest, combine the relish ingredients in a small bowl. Season to taste with a bit of salt and pepper and set aside.
- Combine salad ingredients in a large bowl and toss to combine evenly. Divide between two plates and serve beside the chop with relish on top.
Notes
Protein:Energy Quotient [calories]: 1.62
Nutrition without salad: Calories: 340 cal, Carbs: 8g, Fiber: 1g, Fat: 9g, Protein: 53g, Protein:Energy Quotient [calories]: 2.92
Nutrition
Calories: 469kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 58g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 1865mg | Potassium: 1355mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 5541IU | Vitamin C: 66mg | Calcium: 183mg | Iron: 4mg