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Keto Orange Glazed Pork Chops

Tangy, Low-Carb Delight: Keto Orange Glazed Pork Chops

4servings
25 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Keto Orange Glazed Pork Chops

About this recipe

Savor the perfect balance of zesty and savory with these Keto Orange Glazed Pork Chops. This recipe combines fresh orange juice with keto-friendly sweeteners to create a mouthwatering glaze that enhances juicy pork chops, resulting in a low-carb meal that's both delicious and satisfying.

Ingredients

  • 4 pork chops
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
  • 1/4 cup erythritol or preferred keto-friendly sweetener
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions

  1. 1

    Whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, ginger, and sweetener in a small bowl.

  2. 2

    Season the pork chops lightly with salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Sear the pork chops for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

  5. 5

    Pour the orange glaze over the chops, reducing heat to medium.

  6. 6

    Simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the glaze to thicken slightly and coat the chops well.

  7. 7

    Check doneness with an instant-read thermometer; it should read at least 145°F.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately, drizzling any extra glaze over the chops.

Chef's tip

Ensure a keto-friendly sweetener is used to maintain the low-carb integrity of the dish. Adjust sweetness to taste if necessary.

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