Cajun Pork Chops

Ingredients · 4 servings

• 6 gPaprika
• 10 gSeasoning salt
• 2 gSage
• 1 gCayenne pepper
• 1 ½ gBlack pepper
• 3 gGarlic powder
• 600 gPork chops, boneless
• 40 gButter

Equipment

stovetop, cutting board, hands, measuring spoons, plate, skillet, small bowl, tongs

Instructions

1. 1
   Mix Cajun seasoning

   Combine paprika, seasoning salt, sage, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and garlic powder in a small bowl until evenly mixed. · 2 min

   What to look for: uniform red-brown spice blend

2. 2
   Season pork chops

   Coat the boneless pork chops on both sides with the seasoning mixture, pressing gently so it adheres. · 3 min

   What to look for: chops evenly coated with spices

3. 3
   Brown the butter

   Heat the butter in a skillet over high heat until it melts and just begins to brown and smell nutty. · 2 min

   What to look for: butter foams and turns lightly brown

4. 4
   Add pork to pan

   Place the seasoned pork chops in the hot skillet and reduce the heat to medium to prevent burning. · 4 min

   What to look for: spices sizzle on contact

5. 5
   Cook and serve

   Fry the pork chops, turning once, until both sides are dark brown, then remove from the skillet and serve hot. · 7 min

   When it is done: Pork is done when the center reaches 63°C / 145°F and juices run clear.