Juicy Honey Garlic Pork Chops in the Air Fryer | You'll Never Pan-fry Them Again!

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup provides a similar sweetness with fewer calories.

pork chops

🥗Healthier: chicken breasts

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken breasts are lower in fat, while pork loin can be more economical.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos offers a similar flavor at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

Season pork chops with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add pork chops to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Remove pork chops from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Pour in honey and soy sauce, stirring to combine.

Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry; add to the sauce and stir until thickened.

Return pork chops to the skillet, coating them with the sauce; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

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