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- 3 crushed garlic cloves can be used instead of minced garlic.
- Microwaveable brown rice can be used instead of basmati rice.
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- Prepare all ingredients.
- Make zucchini and rice.
- Make pork.
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Za’atar Pork Chops With Zucchini Rice
Serves 2
- 2 tablespoons za’atar seasoning
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/4 cup no-salt-added chicken broth
- 3/4 pound boneless loin pork chop
- 4 cups1/4-inch zucchini cubes
- 1 package microwaveable basmati rice to make 1 1/2 cups cooked
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves
Mix za’atar, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and chicken broth together in a small bowl. Place pork on a cutting board. Remove visible fat from pork and pound until about 1/4-1/2-inch thick. This can be done with the palm of your hand or the bottom of a sturdy skillet. Heat a nonstick skillet just large enough to hold the pork in one layer over medium-high heat. Add the pork and brown 3 minutes. Turn pork over and add the zaatar sauce to the skillet and cook 3 minutes. A meat thermometer should read 145 degrees F. If za’atar sauce runs dry, add a little more broth. Meanwhile, place the zucchini in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave 2 minutes. Remove from microwave and add the basmati rice to the microwave oven for 1 minute or according to package instructions. Measure 1 1/2-cups and reserve any remaining rice for another meal. Add the rice to the zucchini and mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste. Divide the rice between 2 dinner plates. Place the pork over the rice. Spoon the sauce over the pork and rice. Sprinkle cilantro on top.
