This sophisticated dish features tender pork chops seared to perfection and finished with a sticky, aromatic maple glaze. The star of the show is the whiskey buttered applesauce, a luxurious condiment crafted from reduced cider, caramelized shallots, and Jack Daniel’s whiskey, finished with a swirl of sweet cream butter for a silky texture. Served alongside cheesy mashed potatoes and al dente carrots, this meal balances sweet, savory, and spicy notes beautifully. Its an ideal choice for a special dinner party or a cozy autumn evening, offering a restaurant-quality experience that feels comforting and home-style.
Maple Glazed Pork Chops With Whiskey Buttered Applesauce
Description
This sophisticated dish features tender pork chops seared to perfection and finished with a sticky, aromatic maple glaze. The star of the show is the whiskey buttered applesauce, a luxurious condiment crafted from reduced cider, caramelized shallots, and Jack Daniel's whiskey, finished with a swirl of sweet cream butter for a silky texture. Served alongside cheesy mashed potatoes and al dente carrots, this meal balances sweet, savory, and spicy notes beautifully. Its an ideal choice for a special dinner party or a cozy autumn evening, offering a restaurant-quality experience that feels comforting and home-style.Ingredients
Directions
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Dip pork chops in maple syrup.
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Grill chops marking an X pattern on both sides.
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Place chops in a pan with 1 ounce water and remaining syrup.
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Cook in oven until done, about 10 minutes.
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Brush chops with more syrup as needed to glaze.
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Whip mashed potatoes and sharp cheddar cheese together.
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Poach carrot slices for 5 minutes or until al dente.
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Add sliced apples to the carrots.
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Cook for 1 minute, drain water, and toss with butter and tarragon.
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Reduce cider, cinnamon, allspice, and cloves by half in a pan.
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Saut shallots in clarified butter until slightly caramelized.
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Add maple syrup to the shallots and cook for 1 minute.
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Deglaze pan with 2 ounces whiskey and reduce.
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Add cider reduction, pork pan drippings, and remaining whiskey.
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Simmer and reduce slightly.
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Add sweet-cream butter and shake vigorously until emulsified.
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Finish sauce with grated nutmeg and chopped sage.
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Plate mashed potatoes and rest pork chops against them.
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Arrange carrots and apples around the chops.
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Spoon whiskey applesauce over the top and garnish with fresh sage.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 803.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 30.2g47%
- Saturated Fat 14.2g71%
- Cholesterol 176.4mg59%
- Sodium 443.4mg19%
- Total Carbohydrate 61.0g21%
- Dietary Fiber 5.0g20%
- Sugars 39.2g
- Protein 63.0g126%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For the Whiskey Buttered Applesauce: Combine 4 ounces Vermont hard apple cider, 2 cinnamon sticks, 6 allspice berries, and 2 cloves in a pan and reduce by half. Saut 1/2 ounce shallots in 1 ounce clarified butter until caramelized. Add 1 ounce maple syrup and cook 1 minute. Deglaze with 2 ounces Jack Daniel's whiskey and reduce. Add 2 ounces cider reduction, 1 ounce pork pan drippings, and remaining whiskey. Simmer to reduce slightly. Whisk in 2 1/2 ounces sweet cream butter until emulsified. Finish with 1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg and chopped sage.
Ensure pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145F (63C) for safe consumption.
For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the whiskey with additional apple cider or juice.
