Pork Chops in White Wine Sauce Recipe
Alright, culinary diva—this Pork Chops in White Wine Sauce Recipe (vegan, don’t panic) is your passport to instant elegance without culinary chaos. Imagine tender, golden “pork chops” lounging in a velvety, garlicky white wine sauce like they own the place. It’s fancy enough to impress your dinner guests, but easy enough to make between sips of your own glass of wine. The aroma alone screams “I have my life together,” even if you’re still in pajama pants. So grab that skillet, pour the wine, and cook like the fabulous, sauce-loving queen you are.
Pork Chops in White Wine Sauce Recipe
A creamy, elegant vegan version of Pork Chops in White Wine Sauce—rich, aromatic, and ready in under an hour.
Ingredients
Method
- Prep the “Pork”: Season seitan or tofu slices with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sear to Golden: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook each side for 5–6 minutes until crisp and golden. Set aside.
- Start the Sauce: In the same pan, melt vegan butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Wine & Broth: Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly reduced. Add vegetable broth.
- Make it Creamy: Stir in Dijon mustard, thyme, lemon zest, and plant cream. Whisk until smooth and thickened.
- Combine & Simmer: Return the “pork chops” to the pan and coat them in the sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Finish with Flair: Garnish with parsley and serve with roasted potatoes or rice. Don’t forget your wine glass—chef’s rule.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 370
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.8g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 21%
- Calcium: 16%
- Vitamin C: 11%
- Magnesium: 13%
- Vitamin B6: 10%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Choose a dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc—it adds depth, not sweetness.
- Add mushrooms for extra earthy richness.
- For a thicker sauce, simmer an extra 3 minutes or add 1 tsp cornstarch.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta—it pairs with everything.
- Pro tip: sip the leftover wine, you’ve earned it.
