The Best Pork Chop You'll Ever Make (Restaurant-Quality) | Epicurious 101

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+1 and Mr. Saul too

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Or just save the video

[@girlygirl2969]

Frank and Saul are my favorite chefs to watch. No question. Thank you chef Frank, I must make this sauce.

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same!!!!

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Saul? Please share! (I’m probably going to feel pretty dumb when you do)

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too much salt if you have diabetes or heart problems

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Fully agree.

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It's all fluff and trying to make the possible nearly impossible. It's Haute, or Pompous.

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[@joycekryszak8259]

We can't thank you enough, Frank! I made your recipe exactly as you instructed for dinner tonight. My husband and I (both in our 60s) were blown away, agreeing that they were, hands down, the best pork chops that we have ever eaten. Seriously. The flavors permeated the chops beautifully and the pan sauce was exquisite. My grandmother was a professional chef and I'm not half bad myself. But you've taught me some new tricks. Every one of your videos is instructive, enjoyable to watch, and your recipes are simple, delectable delights.

[@VK4502B]

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[@ronica2623]

Grew up in the 60s when trichinosis was a concern. My mother cooked pork chops until they were like shoe leather. To this day I’m amazed when I eat a pork chop that is tender. Thank you.

[@scotttucker2835]

Omg, I grew up (black) in the 80s-90s. When my mother, rest her soul, cooked pork chops, they were seasoned beautifully, but they were tough as a leather jacket. I was in my 30s before I experienced my first tender chop, and like you, I was amazed.😊

[@crunkycrunker]

I’d love to see a video where you cook 4 pork chops simultaneously, eg for family dinner.

[@boogywoogy]

Yes! How to do this without 2-3 pans at once?

[@martelinthekitchen2798]

Just use a bigger pan and cook all chops at once or two at a time.

[@MrDostors]

Sear them on the pan one by one, then finish them in the oven at 350 until they reach 145F

[@crunkycrunker]

@@MrDostors I've done it before with individual pans and with 1 huge pan but I'd like to see a pro do it.

[@DavidZwarych]

If you buy a Family Pack of 8 pork chops...you cook 7 in the oven, covered. Save one for the showmanship with the flaming brandy. Enjoy your family company while drinking wine and eating appetizers. When chops in oven are done, you serve the family meal.

[@izzaacalley]

Amazing video, usually I burn my food and have to suffer through eating it. I thought I had done the same and cooked it wrong, I prepared for the worst and my mind was blown, this is amazing

[@e.conboy4286]

Try turning down the heat you’re using… that works for me. Also some pans or skillets have thicker bottoms, don’t know which brand he is using.

[@amberr8481]

Made these tonight - used rosemary, applecider vinigar, and half & half because that's what i had on hand. It was hard to do 3 pork chops all at once for me, but it made my family's must make again list.😊

[@megandavis2496]

how long did this recipe take to come to fruition?

[@amberr8481]

My son, who is autistic made this last night. He did it by himself and cooked mashed potatoes. Doing everything, he took about 45 minutes.

[@janfwagner]

Absolutely love the skill of Mr Proto, love his passion for cooking and love his idea for the sauce for this chop!

[@CheBellaTelevisione]

I don’t know much about food but Frank’s passion is infectious

[@tw8464]

Thanks for this video. Chef shows every detail of his technique, all specifics and clearly demonstrates everything. Well done!

[@forteandblues]

Frank is one of my 3 top coaches/chefs

[@p.g.3806]

I copied Frank's approach with the pan sauce but tried it with a few alternative ingredients. Started with the shallots, then threw in some IPA to deglaze. Next, added the cream (I used half & half) and the butter. Then threw in some shitake mushroom powder & chipotles (split, de-seaded, and soaked in a little water ahead of time) and finished with fresh lemon thyme + S&P. Same bubbling approach to know it's finished. It was probs the most incredible sauce i've ever made and took the pork chop to the stratosphere.

[@_Toxicity]

I'd love to see a video on How To--with herbs! How To use every herb: chop, mince, dried--and most importantly, a little about their culinary background and a lot of recommendations on how to use them!

[@FreghaFrey]

They've got video of that... Back some years ago.Look under their Playlist and then look for Mastery something and Big Guide... lots of stuff to learn!

[@Aaron751]

I made this dish for my wife and I. I could NOT believe it. Somehow I cooked a pork chop that was actually delicious! And that sauce is incredible.

[@JLH783]

I just made this today and it was the best pork chop I've ever had in my life. I'm going to make them for my parents tomorrow and can't wait to see their reaction! On a separate note, about three months ago, I watched chef Frank's video on scrambled eggs and then made the best scrambled eggs I've ever had in my life. Since then, I cannot go more than three or four days without making scrambled eggs chef Frank's way. Thanks, Frank!

[@brendagale7656]

So great to find Frank!! My pork chops are always like shoe leather. Thank you Frank! You are quick and understandable. Not boring at all!

[@schneids02]

This is outstanding. I can’t even fathom all those flavors. Gonna try this one. Well done Chef!

[@Linda.Christie]

You're one of my favorite Epicurious chefs! You explain things well, and it is easy to see you love what you do. There are a couple who are way too much of a braggart for my taste!

[@127Kronos]

Adapted this recipe to the ingredients I had at the moment. Probably the most delicious meal I made for myself. Amazing.

[@kelloggscereal5281]

Had the best pork chops for my moms birthday because of you frank! This video means a lot to me

[@mond000]

Just made this recipe, and they were the best pork chops I've ever eaten! Thanks!

[@McCulleyJr]

Great tutorial and recipe, thanks Chef Frank.

[@JustinMcGarry]

I made this tonight and the sauce was unbelievable! We were taking turns scraping the pan with a spoon and eating it while we were cleaning up. 😂

[@Pizzageek-jc4xp]

can't wait to try this tomorrow. you make it look perfect. Wish me luck!

[@butcho7492]

OMG. That looks beyond amazing.

[@barryjames73]

I love how these videos are easy to follow even for a novice cook.

[@WookieeRage]

Always glad to see your videos and make your lessons a part of my culinary experience!

[@caitlinallen8400]

When my daughter was little her nickname was "pork chop" so now everytime I hear the term it makes me laugh and want to give her a hug ❤ 😊

[@normtrooper4392]

Adorable!

[@The718Motorpool]

I made this a few months ago and it was the best pork chop I ever made. Thank you Frank!

[@kristysantiques14]

12/27/24 I made this tonight and it was the best pork chop I had in a long time. I felt like a real chef too. The only difference was I used a bit thinner pork chops so reduced the cooking time and I used white wine (Chardonnay) for the sauce. I also made 6 chops cooking 3 at a time and moved them to the oven on warm while I made the sauce.

[@marylou5259]

This is the best recipe of all time. It doesn’t get any better than this!

[@jerbrew701]

I really enjoy Frank, his recipes and tips!

[@KyleBaran90]

This is a fantastic guide just for the sauce alone. Going to use this video as a base next time I cook up some meat

[@ryanblakely5786]

Using kosher salt on pork. The irony is not lost on me

[@Dingo-wc7my]

Oy vey 🔯

[@immermanarnold2938]

Plus the butter and cream 😂

[@tedstyle3798]

It's only "kosher" to make money for ✡️

[@JDMaple85]

😂😂😂

[@emptybucket1988]

Lmao

[@JasonGrace1]

They came out fantastic, I took a little liberty on the sauce and opted for marsala wine instead of the apple stuff and it turned out fabulous. Thanks brotha

[@merry3733]

The reverence just before you cut into it 😂 I bought a couple of pork chops and found this video looking for the best way to cook them. I don't have everything to do the sauce this time but these are great tips! Thank you so much.

[@placeholderhandle99]

Wanted to comment that i followed this without the sauce or even the aromatics and made the best pork chops I've ever done. Starting with dry meat and dropping the temperature after searing to baste with butter really is the best way to cook it. Great video, highlighted whats important and how to elevate it further.

[@superkittygg]

This was absolutely AMAZING! I only had onions but they were delicious. I used Apple Jack Brandy with a bit of apple juice to deglaze, truffle salt, truffle infused oil, and the heavy cream was enough without using broth. The sauce is so delicious and ohhh those pork chops!!! Never have I made such a delicious pork chop meal!

[@Ajtheman11]

My favorite chef on this channel.

[@lisamathis6962]

Frank, I just wanted to say thank you. I watch your videos and learn so much.

[@k.joishort-uzoh3841]

This turned out so well! I followed the directions exactly and had a super tasty meal. Thanks

[@corteltube]

Holy cow..I made this tonight. Best thing I have ever made…my first time wasn’t very graceful like yours…but bravo. This was the best sauce I have ever had. Thanks so much. Definetely going in my recipe box

[@bigsandwich1238]

Yes! After ive had everyone i know tell me that they hate porkchops because they only bake them with bread crumbs until theyre dried out, i love the fact that a professional chef pan sears them like a steak just like i do. I usually just season it and cook it in the garlic oil and butter though so im gonna have to try out some pan sauce next time.

[@BadPenny3]

I really can't wait to make this pork chop...I just ate dinner but I'm already hungry after this video!

[@abpob6052]

I love a high quality pork chop. I have them a couple times a week. Paired up with some au gratin potatos and asparagus and it's a fine dining evening!

[@oneupmanship]

Made it, loved it. Going to use the sauce again, for pork tenderloin next. Really turns the pork into more of a fine dining experience

[@southfloridaarcheryguy114]

I didn’t have apple brandy so I diced an apple and soaked it in brandy, and lit it up. Worked nicely and had little mushy chunks of apple in the sauce.

[@hippodehippyz]

Thank you Frank Proto I was able to make my first steak for my grandparents for the first time

[@bradleythrall8152]

How much chicken stock did you end up using?

[@al.ignatenko]

Frank, I did this recepie and sauce and it was mindblowing! Thank you! The only thing I found - making sauce took longer than I thought, considering the reduction.. but it was well worth it!!

[@mikedoesvoices525]

I just made this after watching the video and it was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! Tysm!!

[@jamesgaul3544]

Baked apples as a side would really go great with this!!

[@LooneyLoonz-ct2ug]

Your an AWESOME teacher, THANK YOU!

[@nixer8984]

Awesome presentation Chef. I just recently tried Chef Jean-Pierre's bring technique for big pork chop and am absolutely thrilled with how much more juicy the chop ends up. Loved the sauce will try it next chop.

[@randallmarsh1187]

Brine technique.

[@oldjoeclarke.]

Beautiful, going to the Butchers this Thursday to get some, cheers fella...

[@lefuedebout]

I can't recall the last time I saw a pork chop that thick. Seems most supermarket chops nowadays are a quarter of that!

[@davebryant8050]

He isn't shopping at the grocery store. He has a guy

[@whosthat7967]

Local butcher shops

[@roothestew2860]

Thank you. I made your recipe tonight, and my husband loved it.

[@mrpankau]

I got turned off by pork chops after receiving a big, dry one at a nice restaurant on my birthday a few years back. Frank is starting to restore my faith.

[@kenolson3064]

I raised my own pigs this year and filled a freezer with them. I bred a durock boar to a mangalitza gilt. This recipe looked great. So, I pulled a couple of pork chops out of the freezer and made this recipe for lunch. I also sauteed French cut Green Beans with the leftover oil and the side of white rice. WOW! My wife was so impressed. She washed the dishes. 😂

[@123Karliz123]

My husband who doesnt really like pork chops said these are the best hes ever had ❤ rhank you!!

[@charupchurch8418]

This is the first time i have ever attempted thick pork chops because i am always so afraid they will either be undercooked or I will overcook them so badly that nobody will be able to chew them. Pork scares me! I have to say that even my little grandkids were impressed and asked me to make them again. Thank you for sharing this flavorful, juicy recipe. I will definitely be using it again.

[@curlyb4c95]

Just cooked this Saturday, April 20, 2024. Freakin’ delicious!!!!!!!❤ Absolutely incredible! That sauce…🔥. And the chop was so tender! I’ve never had a pork chop SO AMAZING! FR. Thank you, Chef!

[@fredcollier1299]

Nice job Chef!! Love it!! My mouth is watering for pork chop now thanks to you!!!!!!

[@Katch.22]

😍😋 Can't wait! I'm making this after I pick my Mom up! I'm getting hungier and hungier watching 😂 so I'll be back in an hour! 😢❤😂

[@maddaxy]

Frank your skill as an instructor is on par with your culinary skill. thanks Great edit also!

[@algini12]

Wow Chef Frank, this was the best Pork sauce I aver made. I even had noodles with the sauce, and the sauce on the noodles transformed the noodles too. Made multiple chops and there was still plenty of sauce. Never saw your stuff before, and I'm gonna look for your other recipes. 😋

[@chambersstevens3135]

Just tried this. Turned out perfectly

[@Polletross]

Frank is such a great instructor!

[@JuneHolloway23]

BEST pork chop I ever made and ate. Thank you, Chef.

[@TheRickdoggie]

I made this tonight. The sauce was killer!! My family loved it.

[@bradleythrall8152]

How much chicken stock did you use?

[@bendierking6986]

We need to see an Epicurious blooper reel. I know not everything goes as planned, and people mess up lines or accidentally knock over something or royally screw up and burn a dish.

[@kendelaigarner2174]

OMG I would love to see an Epicurious blooper reel. Forgetting the lines, laughing at themselves for messing up, and interruptions during records.

[@morrismonet3554]

This was a blooper. He totally overcooked it.

[@RAJOHN-ke7mc]

I made this excelpt i used fresh sage instead of rosemary because it was on hand. It was delicious!!!!! I had to.cook mine to about 160 because the piece was very thick

[@mikealderfer3175]

Thank you for this. I made it tonight for my wife and I with a Marsala wine. It was delicious!!!

[@BB_Skater4]

I tried this recipe with for normal pork chops all at once and it turned out amazing. I didn't have any alcohol so I subd in a splash of apple cider vinegar. Will definitely make it again.

[@Cate5013]

I made this tonight! Best pork chops I've ever made!

[@tafmianazam8349]

Crystal clear instructions 👌

[@8gti9]

That's a BEAUTIFUL chop!!!!

[@francesjohnson3045]

Hello Frank, you cut out all the mish mash and get to the basics, thank you. My pork chops turned out delicious

[@jackprick9797]

I modified the recipe. Used dry rosemary instead of thyme and also added dry organo and dry piquine chili peppers and sriracha seasoning. It was fantastic! I did not make the sauce. Once basting of pork chop was done, i removed removed a bit of the oil/butter and threw in steamed white rice into the pan to soak up the flavors and i scrapped the pan to get some of those delicious browned spices. Ate this with some Italian red wine - Amarone Della Valpolicella. Like I said, FANTASTIC!!! Thank you!

[@davebryant8050]

So you made something else with no sauce; Okay

[@cuzuman]

Is satisfying to watch those who know. I have to try this.

[@gregc1331]

Excellent and natural explanation on pan sauces. Thanks.

[@RootlessNZ]

Thanks so much for this Chef Frank. I've often had problems when frying a pork chop, but your way has cleared that up for me. I look forward to trying it.

[@Honeedew1LUV]

Mister chef!!! Delish!!! The chops are tender. On to the sauce!!! Thank uuuu

[@scorpionstingz4983]

Thumbs up because it is the technique. Anyone can follow a recipe for better or for worse.

[@Eleora1997Msia]

living life as a human , pork is a natural medicine to remedy ,stress relief

[@ClaireMarsh-j3o]

Chef Frank is a great teacher.

[@dorishannon]

I've never cooked pork chops but a friend gave us two beautiful thick ones, I found this recipe and pretty much followed but had to make some substitutions. The chops were perfectly cooked, not over done but the sauce, wow, I love the sauce and will try this method on any future dishes that need sauce. I used apple cider vinegar, dried thyme, small diced onion, dijon mustard in sauce. Now I want to find a recipe by this chef using frozen halibut (Costco purchase).

[@TheGlamorousLifeofNae]

I love pork chops!!! 😋😍 This looks delicious.

[@RaymondVanRiper-v5q]

Thanks for the refresher! Excellent instruction, perfect verbal instructions, because I don't see anymore, but I can still hear! I took culinary arts 32 years ago and you said it all! The memories were popping in my mind!

[@tomgio1]

Love Proto, have been watching videos on his own channel for awhile. Only potential addition I’d recommend, is some champagne vinegar or fresh lemon juice to balance as needed.

[@nancydelu4061]

These folks rock. My thanks.

[@MoChua]

Simple, clear and amazing. Thanks.

[@donnaeichenlaub8180]

I made this tonight…. Delicious! Thank you!!

[@saurabhbandyopadhyay6310]

Tried this today. Turned out awesome. Followed your steps, chef. Just replaced thyme with cilantro. As thyme isn't usually available in India. And added few chopped green chillies in the sauce, as you know, we Indians like it spicy. Turned out to be awesome. Thank you so much.

[@rubenherrera9645]

Thank you Frank!! This was a learning experience 😊

[@robertgrayis]

great dish, executed perfectly

[@jameswagner8634]

That was a great cooking presentation. Thank you frank.

[@naG22fr]

Tried it tonight, that was delicious! I added mushrooms as well.