Marinated Pork Chop Cabbage Steaks On A Bed Of Mashed Potatoes

If you're looking for a new idea for a quick & easy family dinner, then look no further! This recipe for marinated pork chop cabbage steaks served on a bed of mashed potatoes is a tasty, tangy, perfectly balanced meal that won't break your back or the bank to make! Each bite of this wholesome dinner is jam-packed with comforting flavors, perfect for a cozy winter's night with your loved ones. 

Yield: 6
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour
Difficulty Level: Easy

Ingredients:

For the marinated pork chops:

  • 6 boneless pork chops
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 tbsp paprika
  • ¾ cup sparkling water

For the mashed potatoes:

  • 4 lbs potatoes, peeled
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ¾ stick butter, softened
  • salt & nutmeg to taste

For the meal:

  • 2 tbsp sunflower oil
  • 3 tbsp bread crumbs
  • mashed potatoes
  • 1 head of cabbage, sliced
  • 6 marinated pork chops
  • 12 tomato slices
  • 1-2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • parsley to garnish

Instructions:

1. For the marinated pork chops, season the pork chops with salt and pepper and puree the diced onions, paprika, and mineral water until smooth. Coat the seasoned pork chops in the marinade, place the marinated pork chops in a large bowl, cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1 hour. For the mashed potatoes, boil the peeled potatoes in lightly salted water over medium heat and drain the water. Add the heavy cream, softened butter, salt, and nutmeg to the boiled potatoes and mash until smooth. Grease a sheet pan with sunflower oil and sprinkle an even layer of bread crumbs on top. Spread the mashed potatoes over the greased & breaded sheet pan and smooth out the top. Cut the head of cabbage into 6 thick slices and place the cabbage steaks on top of the mashed potatoes.

2. Top each cabbage steak with a marinated pork chop, 2 tomato slices, and 1-2 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese.

3. Transfer the sheet pan to a preheated oven and cook at 350°F for 35-40 minutes. Garnish the marinated pork chop cabbage steaks with parsley before serving.

This recipe may be easy to make, but the combination of flavors and its elegant presentation will make it seem like your pork chops were prepared by a professional chef. Get ready for five-star reviews from the whole family, because this dish is sure to impress!

Get the recipe for the Cabbage Sausage Frittata featured in the bonus video.

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