Meal Kit
Balsamic-Fig Pork Chops
with Parmesan asparagus
Prep & Cook Time: 30-40 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 6 days
Contains: Milk
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g net carbs
Chef
Ryan Pugh
The sharp acid of the balsamic and deep sweetness of fig (it’s a learned, multiple post-grad degree sweetness, not a sweetness that watches reality television) are a culinary melding of masters here, adorning their best vehicle, succulent pork. You'll luxuriate in the amazing flavors, that you'll put together yourself, and find your plate clean before you head off to watch The Bach--- we mean PBS!
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Asparagus
- 12 oz. Boneless Pork Chops
- 1 oz. Balsamic Vinegar
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1 oz. Shaved Parmesan
- 2 tsp. Fig Preserves
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2 tsp. Chicken Demi-Glace Concentrate
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⅓ oz. Butter
- 2 tsp. Savory Seasoning
- 1 tsp. Sugar
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories510
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Carbohydrates17g
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Net Carbs14g
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Fat28g
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Protein45g
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Sodium1210mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cooking Spray
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Baking Sheet
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using ribeye, follow same instructions as pork in Steps 1 and 3, cooking until steak reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 4-6 minutes per side. Halve to serve.
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If using chicken breasts, follow same instructions as pork in Steps 1 and 3, cooking until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Trim woody ends off asparagus.
Add balsamic vinegar, sugar, demi-glace, fig preserves, and 1/4 cup water to a mixing bowl. Stir until combined and sugar completely dissolves. Set aside.Pat pork chops dry, and season both sides with half the seasoning blend and a pinch of salt and pepper. -
2 Roast the Asparagus
Toss asparagus with 2 tsp. olive oil, 1/4 tsp. salt and remaining seasoning blend on prepared baking sheet. Roll asparagus until coated.
Spread into a single layer and roast in hot oven until tender, 10-12 minutes.While asparagus roasts, cook pork chops. -
3 Cook the Pork Chops
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.
Add pork chops to hot pan and cook until golden brown and chops reach a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 5-7 minutes per side.Remove pork chops to a plate. Keep pan over medium heat.While pork rests, make sauce. -
4 Make the Sauce
Add balsamic-fig mixture to hot pan and bring to a simmer. Once simmering, stir constantly until thickened slightly, 2-3 minutes.
Remove from burner and stir in butter and a pinch of salt and pepper until combined. -
5 Finish the Dish
Plate dish as pictured on front of card, spooning sauce over pork and garnishing asparagus with Parmesan. Bon appétit!
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