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Ginger-Garlic Spiced Pork Chops

Published January 28, 2016
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Ginger-Garlic Spiced Pork Chops
Published January 28, 2016
2 minute read
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Taste this delectable spice-bomb, also known as Cooking Light‘s easy spiced pork chops! Sweet brown sugar, smoky paprika and spicy ginger infuse lean center-cut loin pork chops for an irresistible weeknight meal. Serve with brown rice and steamed vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. For a lower carb option, omit the brown rice and double your steamed veggies instead.

Ginger-Garlic Spiced Pork Chops

Ingredients

  • 4 (4-ounce or 115 grams each) boneless center-cut loin pork chops (about 1/2 inch thick)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 tablespoon bottled minced ginger
  • 2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic
  • Green onion for garnish (optional)

Directions

Lightly score a diamond pattern on both sides of pork. Combine sugar and next 6 ingredients (sugar through garlic); rub evenly over pork.

Heat a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add pork; cook 4 minutes on each side or until done. Garnish with sliced green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Information

Serves: 4 |  Serving Size: 1 pork chop

Per serving: Calories: 209; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 62mg; Sodium: 498mg; Carbohydrate: 9g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 25g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 520mg; Iron: 5%; Vitamin A: 12%; Vitamin C: 1%; Calcium: 2% 

Cooking Light Diet

Find more low-calorie dinner meals like this from the new Cooking Light Diet, where you can lose weight without giving up the foods you love. Learn more at CookingLightDiet.com. Follow Cooking Light on Facebook for more daily recipe inspiration.

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The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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