Nonna's Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops with Potatoes, Peppers & Onions (Antoinette) 🇮🇹

 

This 70-year-old recipe takes me back to where it all began! 🇮🇹❤️ Mom’s Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops with Potatoes, Peppers & Onions is more than just a meal; it’s a cherished tradition that brings family and friends together. Each delicious bite is a reminder of love and togetherness. Let’s create new memories with this timeless classic at your next gathering! 👩‍🍳🍽️

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Prep Time:10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients :

• 4 1/2 “ Pork Chops (bone in or boneless)
• 1 Cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 Large Egg
• 1/4 cup Half & Half or water
• 1 tbsp. garlic powder
• 1 Large Red Pepper (sliced thin)
• 1 yellow pepper (sliced thin)
• 1 Large Onion (sliced thin)
• 1 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVO)
• 2 tblsp. Italian seasoning
• 12 small potatoes (sliced in halves)
• 1 tblsp. chopped fresh parsley
• salt & pepper to taste

Instructions :

1.) Boil the potatoes for 15 minutes

2.) Whisk the egg in a shallow bowl and add half & half or water

3.) In a large bowl, mix Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, 1 tblsp. Italian seasoning, salt & pepper to taste.

4.) Dip each pork chop into grated Parmesan cheese mixture, then dip into egg mixture,then dip again into grated Parmesan mixture.

5.) Heat 1/2 cup EVO and place pork chop into a 12” skillet and slowly saute 5-7 minutes on each side.

6.) Place cut up peppers & onions in a separate bowl and sprinkle with 1 tblsp. Italian seasoning, salt & pepper to taste.

7.) Drain the boiled potatoes

8.) In a large deep 12” skillet, medium heat,1/2 cup EVO and place potatoes, peppers & onions, stir all together and saute for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

9.) Place the cooked potatoes, onions, & peppers on a large platter and place cooked pork chops on top and garnish with cut up fresh parsley.

Serve Warm.

Buon Appetito! 🇮🇹

Antoinette

Easy Mongolian Beef KETO (Carolyn)

This recipe has all the classic umami flavor of your favorite takeout. It’s a little bit sweet and a little bit spicy, with plenty of sauce that soaks into any keto rice or noodles you pair it with.

I utilized my slow cooker for this dish to minimize the effort and the clean-up. Tougher cuts of meat like flank steak or skirt steak benefit from slow braising, and become melt-in-your-mouth tender.

But not everyone has a crockpot so I’ve also included instructions for both the Instant Pot and the stovetop.

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Servings4 servings

Calories417 kcal

Equipment :

• slow cooker (or Instant Pot)

Ingredients :

• 1 ½ lbs flank or sirloin steak
• ⅓ cup Swerve Brown
• 2 tablespoon allulose (optional)
• ¼ cup water
• ¼ cup tamari or soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
• 2 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon ground ginger
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• ½ tsp glucomannan powder (or ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum)
• 2 green onions, chopped
• Sesame seeds for sprinkling

Ingredient Notes :

• Flank steak: Flank steak is a good choice for Mongolian beef, as it’s easy to slice thinly. You can also use top sirloin or skirt steak.
• Swerve Brown: I highly recommend a brown sugar replacement, as it gives this recipe a more authentic flavor. You can also use granular sweetener and 1 teaspoon of molasses.
• Allulose: You don’t have to add the allulose but it does help make the sauce a bit stickier, like traditional Mongolian beef.
• Tamari: I prefer tamari over coconut aminos, because it has more umami flavor and fewer carbs. It’s also better than soy sauce as it’s completely gluten-free.
• Sesame oil: Use toasted sesame oil for the best flavor.
• Garlic: Fresh minced garlic is best, but if you must substitute granulated garlic, use ¾ teaspoon.
• Ginger: I use ground ginger for simplicity, but you can also use a teaspoon of fresh grated ginger.
• Red pepper flakes: Add another ¼ teaspoon if you like more heat.
• Glucomannan: Traditional Mongolian beef takes cornstarch for a rich, thick sauce. A keto thickening agent, like glucomannan or xanthan gum, makes the sauce thicker without starch.
• Garnish: Green onion, sesame seeds, salt.

Instructions :

• Slice the beef very thinly against the grain. This works best when it is semi-frozen (but not rock solid). Place the beef in the bottom of a slow cooker.
• In a medium bowl or glass measuring up, whisk together the sweeteners, water, tamari, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Pour over the beef.
• Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours, OR high for 2 to 3 hours. 
• When the beef has finished cooking, spoon some of the broth out of the pot into a bowl. Whisk in the glucomannan powder until combined, then pour the broth back into the pot and stir to coat. 
• Sprinkle the beef with the chopped green onions and some sesame seeds and serve over cauliflower rice. 

Alternative Cooking Methods :

Instant Pot Directions: Use the sauté function to brown the beef in a little oil first. Don’t add any water to the sauce, as pressure cookers force moisture out of the meat and it may end up quite soupy. Then cook the beef on Manual High for 10 minutes, then thicken with glucomannan.

Stovetop Directions: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add half the beef and sauté until nicely browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Repeat with more oil and the remaining beef.

Add the sauce to the pan and bring to a simmer. Push all the beef to one side and whisk in the glucomannan, then stir well to combine.

Nutrition:

Serving: 1serving = ¼ of recipe | Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 35.7g | Fat: 25.4g | Fiber: 0.4g

Extra Information:

Is Mongolian beef high in carbs?

• This Keto Mongolian Beef has 2 grams of carbs per serving. It is much lower in carbohydrate than the traditional version, which can easily have 15 to 25 grams per serving.

Is Mongolian beef sweet or spicy?

• Mongolian beef is a sweet and slightly spicy dish. You can easily adjust the heat to your liking by adding more or less red pepper flakes.

Is there sugar in Mongolian beef?

• The popular version of this dish from PF Chang’s contains a great deal of sugar. But this keto recipe has no added sugars and all the great flavor of the original!

Source:  All Day I Dream About Food