Imagine cutting into a pork chop so tender it practically melts in your mouth, topped with caramelized apples that burst with sweet-spicy flavor. This Sous Vide Apple Pork Chops recipe is about to transform your home cooking from ordinary to extraordinary, proving that restaurant-quality meals are within your reach. Whether you're a cooking novice or a seasoned chef, this foolproof method will guarantee juicy, perfectly cooked pork every single time.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 1 hrs
Total Time: 1 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops
- 2 apples, sliced
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon to create a spice blend for the apples.
- Set up your sous vide precision cooker and preheat water bath to 145°F (63°C) for medium doneness.
- Place each pork chop in a separate vacuum-seal or heavy-duty zip-lock bag, ensuring no air remains inside.
- Submerge sealed bags in preheated water bath and cook for 1 hour to achieve perfect, tender texture.
- While pork is cooking, slice apples into thin, uniform wedges.
- After 1 hour, remove pork chops from water bath and pat dry with clean paper towels.
- Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over high heat until shimmering.
- Quickly sear each pork chop for 30-45 seconds per side to develop a golden-brown crust.
- In the same skillet, sauté apple slices, sprinkling with cinnamon-sugar mixture until lightly caramelized.
- Plate pork chops and top with caramelized apple slices, serving immediately.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Use a precise sous vide cooker and always verify water temperature for consistent results.
- Seal Carefully: Remove as much air as possible from the bags to ensure even cooking and prevent water infiltration.
- Searing is Key: The quick high-heat sear after sous vide cooking develops a delicious golden crust and enhances flavor.
- Don't Overcrowd: When searing, ensure pork chops have space in the skillet to achieve a proper crust.
- Rest Your Meat: Allow pork chops to rest for a few minutes after cooking to retain maximum juiciness.
- Apple Selection: Choose firm, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best caramelization.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 105mg
