Garlic-Miso Pork Chops with Orange Bell Pepper and Arugula

Succulent pork chops marinated in a savory garlic-miso mixture, served alongside a fresh arugula and orange bell pepper salad. This Japanese-inspired dish combines the umami of white miso with the sweetness of Sherry for a delicious weeknight dinner.

4 servings
25 min

Ingredients

  • 4 piece 3/4-inch-thick pork rib chops
  • 2 cloves large garlic cloves, pressed
  • cup white miso (fermented soybean paste)*
  • 3 tablespoons dry Sherry
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling
  • 2 cups baby arugula
  • 1 piece orange bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon unseasoned rice vinegar
  • note

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Place pork in large shallow dish. Spread garlic thinly on all sides of chops, then spread miso generously over. Sprinkle with Sherry and let stand 5 minutes.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork. Sauté until just cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.

    10 min

  3. 3.

    Meanwhile, combine arugula and bell pepper in medium bowl. Add 2 tablespoons oil and vinegar; toss to coat. Season salad with salt and pepper.

    5 min

  4. 4.

    Place 1 pork chop on each of 4 plates. Serve with salad; drizzle with any pan juices and more oil, if desired.

    5 min

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