Pork Chops with Berry Hoisin Glaze

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Pork Chops with Berry Hoisin Glaze

This recipe for Pork Chops with Berry Hoisin Glaze started as an exploration of savory ideas for berries. It turned into a wonderful discovery! I used resources like Wish Farms and Taste of Home to craft this delightful dish.

The Quest for Savory Berry Recipes

I absolutely love baking with berries! However, when I searched for savory recipes, I found the results lacking. Sure, everyone knows you can whip up a Blueberry Pie or a Strawberry Shortcake, and I have my own takes on those classics. But when it comes to savory dishes, most lists simply suggest tossing berries into a salad. I wanted more!

Berries offer a perfect blend of sweet and sour. It’s a balance that makes you want to pop them into your mouth one after another. So, I asked myself: how can I harness that sweet and sour combination in a savory dish?

A Flavorful Discovery

This recipe is one of my first efforts in that direction. I adore it for many reasons. It allows the berries to shine while providing the sour and salty background found in the most delicious barbecue sauces.

Feel free to use all the same berries, or grab a bag of mixed frozen berries for different flavors and textures. I was lucky enough to have wild black raspberries growing in my backyard, so I used those for this version.

The jam you choose can be your own selection. It doesn’t have to match the berries, making it a brilliant way to use up leftover jam in your fridge. I love making my own jam, so I always have some on hand. For this recipe, I used a homemade raspberry rhubarb jam I made last year. It was perfect! But remember, any seedless jam will do.

I mention "seedless" because the berries will bring their own seeds, adding just enough crunch. Too many seeds, and you might find yourself chewing on the sauce instead of enjoying it. 😅

Versatile Uses for the Sauce

Lastly, this sauce can be used in so many ways beyond just pork chops. Here are a few ideas I brainstormed, and I’d love to hear your suggestions as well!

• Salad Dressing: Thin it out and use it as a dressing for a salad. You could even warm it slightly for added depth.

• Glaze for Meats: Use it as a glaze for pork ribs or chicken wings. Cook them until almost done, then finish with this glaze. Just be careful not to add it too soon; the sugar in the jam could cause them to burn.

• Topping for Chicken or Ham: Drizzle it over chicken or even a baked ham for a delightful twist.

• Stir-Fry Sauce: Try thinning it out as a sauce for stir-fry or even as a dipping sauce.

  
  

There are endless possibilities for this foundational sauce! I think you’re really going to love it! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s get cooking!

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Jen Vondenbrink is a cooking, food, and lifestyle blogger at Appetite for Life since 2020. With over 35 years of professional cooking experience, Jen has apprenticed with local pastry and artisan bread makers and worked for culinary innovator J. Bildner & Sons in Boston, as well as Starbucks Coffee Company in Seattle, Washington. She has published cookbooks like Thanksgiving Recipes From Home, Fun Summer Recipes, and The Cozy Soup Cookbook. Jen also hosts the Appetite for Life Cooking Club, where members gain insights to enhance their cooking. Additionally, she offers cooking classes and coaching, working one-on-one with individuals to strengthen their culinary skills.