Almond Crusted Orange Mustard Pork Chops

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I couldn't find quite what i was looking for so i combined a couple of recipes together and made these pork chops for company the other night. the almonds make a wonderful brown crispy crust that was refreshingly different an delicious. I rarely measure when i cook so the amounts are approximate.

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Steps

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Mix ground almonds , salt , and peppers.

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In a small bowl mix egg and water.

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Spread almond coating in a shallow dish or plate.

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Dip chops in egg wash and then dredge in almond mixture.

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Set aside.

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Heat oil in a pan and saut onions and garlic until lightly browned.

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Remove from pan and set aside.

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Brown chops in oil over medium heat.

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2-3 minutes on a side or until golden brown.

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Meanwhile mix liquid from oranges , soy sauce , and mustard.

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Add sauce to chops and turn heat down to low let simmer for 5 minutes or until chops are cooked through.

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Top with mandarin oranges and fresh parsley.

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Ingredients

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pork chop, ground almonds, salt, cayenne pepper, black pepper, egg, water, onion, garlic cloves, mandarin oranges, dijon mustard, soy sauce, fresh parsley, olive oil