A pork chop, like other , is a loin cut taken perpendicular to the spine of the pig and is usually a rib or part of a vertebra. Pork chops are unprocessed and leaner than other cuts. Chops are commonly served as an individual portion, and can be accompanied with applesauce, vegetables, and other Side dish. Pork is one of the most commonly consumed meats in the world. In the United States, pork chops are the most commonly consumed meat cut from the pork loin and account for 10% of total pork consumption.
Variations
The "Iowa Chop" is a large thick center cut with its name coined in 1976 by the Iowa Pork Producers Association due to the state producing more pork than any other in the nation. The center-cut loin is often over thick, and likened to a quality cut of beef due to its size and tenderness.
A "Bacon Chop" is cut from the shoulder end and leaves the pork belly meat attached. Food and Wine Magazine August 2008 Pork chops are sometimes sold , or they can be prepared at home to add flavor; marinades such as a chili sauce or a barbecue sauce are common. As pork is often cooked more thoroughly than beef, thus running the risk of drying out, pork chops can be brining to maintain moistness. One could also wrap pork chops in bacon to add further moistness during the cooking process.
Preparation
It is a versatile cut of meat, which can be transformed into many different dishes and recipes.
See also
- List of pork dishes
Citations
Bibliography
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(2015). 9781507785126, CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 9781507785126
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