Quick pork chops glazed with Chinese plum sauce and mustard for a fast sweet-savoury dinner. A simple skillet pork recipe that works well with rice and greens on the side.
Prep time
5 min
Cook time
10 min
Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Tools Used
Nonstick Skillet(opens in a new tab)Small Bowl
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Ingredients
Ingredients
Servings
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Instructions
Instructions
- 1
Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
- 2
Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and warm over medium-high heat.
- 3
Add pork chops into the skillet, cooking until no longer pink in the center, about 3 minutes per side.
- 4
In a small bowl, combine plum sauce and mustard. Brush the mixture on top of each pork chop and serve.
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Plum Sauce-Glazed Pork Chops
Plum Sauce-Glazed Pork Chops
This is a straightforward pork chop dinner built around a quick glaze rather than a long marinade. The pork cooks first, then the plum sauce and mustard are brushed on while the chops are still hot, which keeps the method fast and helps the glaze stay bright instead of burning in the pan.
It works well for weeknights because the ingredient list is short and the sauce does not need much adjustment. Plum sauce brings sweetness and fruit, while the mustard sharpens the finish enough to keep the chops from tasting flat.
Why This Recipe Works
Why This Recipe Works
Because the glaze is added after cooking, you get better control over both the pork and the sauce. The chops can sear properly without the sugars in the plum sauce catching too early, and the final glaze stays glossy instead of turning sticky and dark.
Mustard is a small detail here, but it matters. It cuts through the sweetness of the plum sauce and gives the glaze a sharper savoury edge that works better with pork than a purely sweet coating.
Ingredient Notes
Ingredient Notes
Boneless pork chops are the quickest option for this method, but they can dry out if pushed too far. A short sear over medium-high heat is enough, especially if the chops are not overly thick.
Chinese plum sauce does most of the heavy lifting in the glaze, so there is no need to overcomplicate it. If you want a slightly sharper finish, the comment about adding a little rice vinegar is a sensible variation.
How to Make It
How to Make It
Season the pork chops first and sear them in a hot pan until just cooked through. While they finish, stir the plum sauce and mustard together in a small bowl so the glaze is ready to go.
Once the chops are off the heat, brush on the glaze while they are still warm. Let them rest briefly before serving so the juices settle and the glaze has a moment to cling to the surface.
Tips, Storage, and Variations
Tips, Storage, and Variations
If your pork chops are thicker than average, lower the heat slightly after the initial sear so they can finish cooking without burning outside.
These chops are best fresh, but leftovers can be reheated gently and sliced for rice bowls or noodles. Steamed greens, broccoli, or bok choy make the cleanest side dishes because they do not compete with the sweet-savoury glaze.
Serving & Goal Fit
Serving & Goal Fit
One serving is one pork chop. For a training day, add +50 g cooked rice or a piece of fruit if the meal needs more carbohydrate around the pork.
For a rest day, keep the same chop portion and pair it with more vegetables and less rice. Chicken thigh, chicken breast, or tofu can work with the same glaze, and broccoli, green beans, spinach, courgette, or mushrooms are easy vegetable swaps.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 pork chop
Calories 22911%
% Reference Intake*
Total Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 92mg
Sodium 390mg
Total Carbohydrates 8g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g
Sugars 6g7%
Protein 39g78%
* Reference intakes are based on an average adult's 8,400 kJ / 2,000 kcal diet. Your needs may be higher or lower.
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Jonah
· 14 Jun 2026I cooked the chops a little lower after the initial sear and that helped keep them juicier. Nice weeknight sauce.
Elise
· 3 Feb 2026Good fast pork chop dinner. I served it with rice and broccoli and the glaze was enough without needing anything more complicated.
Naomi K.
· 29 Apr 2025Such a quick and foolproof recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Greg P.
· 28 Apr 2025It was good but next time I’ll marinate the pork a bit for even more flavor.
Lina W.
· 27 Apr 2025Loved the flavor! I paired it with jasmine rice and stir-fried greens—delicious combo.
Marcus T.
· 26 Apr 2025Super easy and tasty. I added a splash of rice vinegar to the glaze for more zing.
Sarah B.
· 26 Apr 2025Made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! The plum sauce glaze is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
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