Pork with oranges
4 servings
120 minutes
Pork with oranges is an amazing combination of tender meat with a fruity sweet-sour note that transforms a familiar dish into a true gastronomic masterpiece. This recipe draws inspiration from European cuisine, where the harmony of flavors and elegance of presentation are valued. Honey and mustard give the pork a special spiciness, oranges add freshness, and baking under a layer of mozzarella makes the dish's texture incredibly tender. It is served with aromatic rice soaked in soy sauce, complementing the overall flavor profile with rich Eastern tones. The dish is perfect for a festive dinner or a cozy evening with loved ones, impressing with its exquisite balance of ingredients and richness of flavors.
1
Lightly pound the pork chops and coat them on all sides with a mixture of honey, pepper, and mustard. Leave for at least half an hour (the longer, the better).
- Pork chops: 4 pieces
- Liquid honey: 1 tablespoon
- Mustard: 1 teaspoon
- Ground black pepper: to taste
2
Peel the orange and slice it into thin half-circles.
- Oranges: 1 piece
3
Cook rice in water with added soy sauce and salt.
- Rice: 1 glass
- Soy sauce: 0.5 glass
- Salt: to taste
4
Grease the baking dish well with oil. Add the rice. Place the cutlets on the rice, put the orange on top, and cover with slices of cheese.
- Rice: 1 glass
- Pork chops: 4 pieces
- Oranges: 1 piece
- Mozzarella cheese: 4 pieces
5
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Cover the dish with foil and place it in the oven for half an hour. Remove the foil and bake until golden brown.
6
Serve hot with green salad.