Spicy Asian Glazed Pork Chops

"A taste of exodic Asia in your own kitchen."

I have made this recipe a lot over the years and it is always a hit.  I love it because it is quick and easy which fits with my lifestyle.  It uses simple ingredients which are typically found in most of our kitchens.  If it is too spicy for you then just cut back on the amount of red pepper flakes you use.  My kids love this served over cooked egg noodles.  I hope you will try this one. 

Spicy Asian Glazed Pork Chops

6 boneless pork loin chops
2 Tbsp. olive oil
salt and pepper, to taste
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/4 C. soy sauce
1/4 chicken stock
2 Tbsp. brown sugar
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 Tbsp. cold water

In a large skillet over medium heat, drizzle the olive oil.  Season the pork chops on both sides and add to warm pan.  Brown on both sides for about 3-4 minutes on each side and remove from the pan.  Turn heat down to low/medium.  In a small bowl, stir together the soy sauce, chicken stock, brown sugar and red pepper flakes.  Add the chopped garlic to the warm pan and cook for a minute, being careful not to let it burn.  Stir in the sauce mixture and cook until the sugar is dissolved completely.  In another small bowl, make a slurry with the cornstarch and water.  Add to the cooked sauce and stir until thickened.  If it is too thick, just add a little more chicken stock to thin it out.  Add the pork chops back into the pan, just to warm them slightly.  Serve this over cooked noodles.