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Center cut pork chops
Calories & nutrition facts
hormel always tender, fresh pork
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 167 kcal —
- Protein 19 g 37%
- Carbohydrate 0.8 g 0%
- Fat 9.6 g 12%
- Saturated fat 3.6 g 18%
- Sugars 0.3 g —
- Sodium 378 mg 16%
- Cholesterol 52 mg 17%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin C 1.7 mg 2%
Minerals
- Calcium 14 mg 1%
- Iron 0.6 mg 3%
- Magnesium 21 mg 5%
- Potassium 307 mg 7%
- Zinc 1.5 mg 14%
- Copper 0.1 mg 11%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 167 | 19 g | 0.8 g | 9.6 g |
| 1 × oz | 28.4 g | 47 | 5.3 g | 0.2 g | 2.7 g |
| 1 × serving | 112 g | 187 | 21 g | 0.9 g | 11 g |
| 2 × oz | 56.7 g | 95 | 11 g | 0.5 g | 5.5 g |
| ½ × oz | 14.2 g | 24 | 2.7 g | 0.1 g | 1.4 g |
| 3 × oz | 85.1 g | 142 | 16 g | 0.7 g | 8.2 g |
| 4 × oz | 113.4 g | 189 | 21 g | 1 g | 11 g |
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Questions about Center cut pork chops
How do you pan-fry centre-cut pork chops without drying them out?
Pat them dry and brown them in a hot, lightly oiled pan for about 3–4 minutes per side if they are around 2.5 cm thick. Check the thickest part with a thermometer: take them off the heat at 63 °C and leave them to rest for 3 minutes.
What should you look for when buying centre-cut pork chops?
Choose chops with an even thickness so they cook at the same rate, and a little marbling for juiciness. A bone-in centre-cut chop often has a T-shaped bone, with loin meat on one side and tenderloin on the other.
How long do raw pork chops keep in the fridge?
Keep raw chops covered in the coldest part of the fridge and cook them within 3–5 days of purchase. Freeze them sooner if you will not use them in time; thaw them in the fridge rather than on the worktop.
Can you cook centre-cut pork chops from frozen?
Yes, but they take longer and brown less evenly. For the most even result, thaw them overnight in the fridge; either way, use a thermometer and cook the centre to 63 °C, then rest for 3 minutes.
What goes well with centre-cut pork chops?
Try them with apple sauce, mustard or a sage pan sauce, plus roast potatoes and greens. They also work well sliced over a warm salad with lentils or beans.
Can you use centre-cut pork chops instead of pork loin steak?
Yes: both are cut from the loin and can be cooked in much the same way. A chop may have a bone, so allow for it when judging portions and check the meat’s temperature away from the bone.
Can you eat pork chops pink in the middle?
Pork can be slightly pink and still be safely cooked: check that the centre reaches 63 °C, then let it rest for 3 minutes. Colour alone is not a reliable way to tell whether it is cooked.
Can you freeze cooked pork chops?
Yes. Cool them promptly, wrap them well and freeze; for best quality, use within 2–3 months. Defrost in the fridge and reheat until steaming hot throughout.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 168319 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
