Pork chops with lemon and parsley
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Preparing pork chops with lemon and parsley is not difficult at all—even a beginner cook can handle it. The chops turn out tender and juicy, with a delicate, subtle lemon flavor and aroma. As a topping, caramelized bell pepper and onion perfectly complement the taste of the meat! You can serve them on their own or with any side dish. The dish is very filling and delicious; I hope you'll enjoy it. Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Prepare all the necessary ingredients.
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Step 2
2. Cut the meat into pieces and pound each side. Lightly prick each cutlet with a fork.
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Step 3
3. Cut the lemon in half. Slice one half into rounds, and grate the zest from the other half.
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Step 4
4. Squeeze the juice from the half, add the zest, 2 tbsp of vegetable oil, chopped parsley, salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
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Step 5
5. Place the cutlets in a deep bowl, add the prepared marinade, mix well, and let marinate for at least 1 hour.
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Step 6
6. Heat a couple of tablespoons of oil in a skillet, add the onion cut into feathers and the bell pepper cut into strips.
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Step 7
7. Sprinkle the vegetables with sugar, add a pinch of salt, and sauté until lightly caramelized. Then add the remaining oil to the same skillet and place the cutlets in it.
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Step 8
8. Then add the remaining oil to the same skillet and place the cutlets.
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Step 9
9. Fry the cutlets over medium heat until fully cooked.
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Step 10
10. Place the vegetables on each pork chop, garnish with a slice of lemon on top, and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer the chops for about 5-7 minutes. Pork chops with lemon and parsley are ready.
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Step 11
11. Serve on its own or with any side dish.