EFK Tested
Erickson Basic Cast-Iron Pork Chops
A foundational EFK recipe designed to teach a reliable core technique that can be reused across many family meals.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
Let’s get cooking
Ingredients
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Directions
- 1. Pat pork dry and season.
- 2. Sear in hot oil in cast iron until deeply browned.
- 3. Flip, add butter, garlic, and thyme, and baste while finishing.
- 4. Remove at 145°F and rest at least 3 minutes before serving.
Equipment
Standard home kitchen equipment appropriate to the method
Instant-read thermometer where temperature matters
Food safety & storage
Keep raw pork refrigerated. Cook whole pork cuts to 145°F with a 3-minute rest and refrigerate leftovers promptly.
Store leftovers in a clean glass container in the refrigerator.
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