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Pork Chops with Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe

A vegan twist on Pork Chops with Garlic Mashed Potatoes—creamy, flavorful, and totally comforting with zero guilt.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegan “Pork Chops”
  • 2 cups seitan or thick tofu slices
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt
For the Garlic Mashed Potatoes
  • 4 large potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp vegan butter
  • ½ cup unsweetened plant milk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
For Garnish
  • Fresh chives
  • Olive oil drizzle

Method
 

  1. Prep the “Pork”: Season seitan or tofu slices with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Sear to Perfection: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each side for 5 minutes until golden brown. Set aside.
  3. Cook the Potatoes: Add cubed potatoes to a pot of salted water. Boil for 15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain well.
  4. Infuse the Garlic: In the same pot, melt vegan butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Mash it Up: Add potatoes back in. Pour in plant milk and mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Plate it Like a Pro: Serve “pork chops” over a generous scoop of mashed potatoes. Drizzle olive oil and sprinkle parsley.
  7. Optional Extra: Add roasted veggies or caramelized onions for that extra wow factor.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 390
  • Total Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.6g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 27g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 22%
  • Calcium: 16%
  • Vitamin C: 21%
  • Magnesium: 13%
  • Vitamin B6: 10%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Use Yukon Gold potatoes for the creamiest mash ever.
  • Add roasted garlic for deeper, richer flavor.
  • Swap seitan for portobello mushrooms for a lighter option.
  • Serve with vegan gravy if you want full comfort food drama.
  • Warning: may cause involuntary “mmm” sounds at the dinner table.