How to Make Spicy Honey Asian Chops - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spicy Honey Asian Chops are a delicious and flavorful dish that incorporates the perfect balance of heat and sweetness. This recipe is perfect for those who love a little kick in their meals, while still enjoying the aromatic and savory tastes of Asian cuisine. The combination of honey, soy sauce, and spices creates a tantalizing marinade that infuses the pork chops with mouthwatering layers of flavor.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 2 pounds pork chops
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ½ cup soy sauce, divided
  • ½ cup honey
  • ½ cup water
  • 3 zucchinis, thickly sliced
  • 2 carrots, thinly sliced
  • 1 onion, cubed
  • ½ green bell pepper, sliced
  • ½ stalk celery, thinly sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Mix together 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, ginger, garlic, paprika, cinnamon, orange zest, cloves, and cardamom in a bowl to form a paste and rub the pork chops with the spice paste.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large deep skillet and pan-fry the chops over high heat until browned and no longer pink inside, about 10 minutes per side. Pour in 1/4 cup soy sauce and coat the chops with soy sauce. Pour in honey, remaining 1/4 cup soy sauce, and water; mix thoroughly. Reduce heat to medium.
  • Stir in zucchinis, carrots, onion, green bell pepper, and celery; cook and stir vegetables until cooked through but still slightly firm, about 10 more minutes.
  • Nutrition

    615 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 131mg
    • Sodium: 1930mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 42g
    • Protein: 55g
    • Vitamin C: 36mg
    • Calcium: 75mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 1263mg