pork chops
plum sauce
easy dinner
Chinese cooking
25 April 2025

Plum Sauce-Glazed Pork Chops

Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM

Plum Sauce-Glazed Pork Chops Image

A quick and delicious recipe for pork chops glazed with a savory-sweet Chinese plum sauce, perfect for a weeknight meal.

🐷 Plum Sauce-Glazed Pork Chops

When you’re craving something savory, sweet, and ready in minutes, these Plum Sauce-Glazed Pork Chops hit the spot 🍯🔥. Tender boneless pork chops are pan-seared to juicy perfection, then brushed with a glossy glaze made from Chinese plum sauce and a hint of yellow mustard for that irresistible balance of flavor.

Perfect for weeknights, this dish brings takeout-style satisfaction to your dinner table in just 15 minutes — no deep fryer, no fuss, just flavor.


🧂 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Quick and easy: Ready in under 20 minutes — perfect for busy evenings.
  • Balanced flavors: The tangy mustard enhances the sweetness of the plum sauce.
  • High in protein: 39g of lean protein per serving to fuel your day.
  • Pairs well with: Jasmine rice, steamed greens, or even cauliflower rice for a low-carb twist.

🍽️ Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Season & Sear — Lightly season pork chops with salt and pepper. In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  2. Mix the Glaze — In a small bowl, combine plum sauce and yellow mustard.
  3. Glaze & Serve — Brush the glaze over the pork chops while still warm. Let them rest for a minute to soak in the flavor, then serve hot.

💡 Tip: Add a splash of rice vinegar or a drizzle of soy sauce to the glaze for an extra kick of umami.


🥦 Serving Suggestions

Pair your plum-glazed pork chops with:

  • Steamed bok choy or broccoli for a healthy side.
  • Fluffy jasmine rice or noodles to soak up the glaze.
  • A sprinkle of sesame seeds and chopped spring onions for a restaurant-style finish.

⭐ Reader Reviews

Sarah B. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! The plum sauce glaze is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.”

Marcus T. ⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Super easy and tasty. I added a splash of rice vinegar to the glaze for more zing.”

Lina W. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Loved the flavor! I paired it with jasmine rice and stir-fried greens—delicious combo.”

Greg P. ⭐⭐⭐
“It was good but next time I’ll marinate the pork a bit for even more flavor.”

Naomi K. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Such a quick and foolproof recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights!”


⚡ Quick Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 229 kcal
  • Protein: 39g
  • Fat: 4g (1.2g saturated)
  • Carbs: 8g (6g sugar, 0.3g fiber)
  • Cholesterol: 92mg
  • Sodium: 390mg

This Plum Sauce-Glazed Pork Chops recipe proves that healthy, high-protein meals don’t need to be complicated. With simple ingredients and bold flavors, it’s the perfect way to elevate your weeknight dinners — Asian-style! 🥢✨

Plum Sauce-Glazed Pork Chops

Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM

A quick and delicious recipe for pork chops glazed with a savory-sweet Chinese plum sauce, perfect for a weeknight meal.

Plum Sauce-Glazed Pork Chops image
pork chops
plum sauce
easy dinner
Chinese cooking
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings
4

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Instructions

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season pork chops with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and warm over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Add pork chops into the skillet, cooking until no longer pink in the center, about 3 minutes per side.

  4. 4

    In a small bowl, combine plum sauce and mustard. Brush the mixture on top of each pork chop and serve.

Comments & Reviews

  • Sarah B.

    4/26/2025

    Made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! The plum sauce glaze is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.

  • Marcus T.

    4/26/2025

    Super easy and tasty. I added a splash of rice vinegar to the glaze for more zing.

  • Lina W.

    4/27/2025

    Loved the flavor! I paired it with jasmine rice and stir-fried greens—delicious combo.

  • Greg P.

    4/28/2025

    It was good but next time I’ll marinate the pork a bit for even more flavor.

  • Naomi K.

    4/29/2025

    Such a quick and foolproof recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights!

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 pork chop

Calories 229
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g5%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 92mg31%
Sodium 390mg17%
Total Carbohydrates 8g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g1%
Sugars 6g
Protein 39g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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