Pork chop with sage and cream
3 servings
25 minutes
Pork chop with sage and cream is an exquisite dish of French cuisine that harmoniously combines the tenderness of meat, the aroma of fresh sage, and the velvety texture of cream. This classic dish has its roots in traditional French methods of preparing pork, where great attention is paid to the richness of flavors and the subtlety of aromas. Tender pork, fried to a golden crust, gains special depth from an onion-vinegar accent, while the creamy-herb sauce adds softness and refinement. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner with a glass of white wine, and when complemented with mashed potatoes and fresh parsley, it becomes a true culinary masterpiece capable of impressing even the most discerning gourmets.
1
Sprinkle the pork chop with salt and pepper.
- Pork chops: 1 piece
2
Heat oil in a heavy skillet and fry the meat on both sides (6 minutes). Use tongs to place it on a plate.
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
3
Drain almost all the fat from the saucepan (leave about 1 tablespoon) and, reducing the heat, sauté the finely chopped onion for 3-4 minutes. Add vinegar to the onion and, stirring, wait for the liquid to evaporate (about 3 seconds).
- Onion: 0.5 head
- Apple cider vinegar: 2 tablespoons
4
Return the meat to the pan, pour in half a glass of water, add cream, and add finely chopped sage and parsley leaves. Simmer uncovered for about 5-6 minutes.
- Cream 30%: 50 ml
- Sage leaves: 0.2 bunch
- Chopped parsley: 1.5 teaspoon
5
Remove the meat from the pan and place it on a clean plate.
6
While the meat rests, continue to cook the sauce, stirring constantly until the liquid reduces to about 3 tablespoons.
7
Serve the cooked pork with sauce, mashed potatoes, and fresh parsley.
- Chopped parsley: 1.5 teaspoon