Cider Braised Pork Chops with Apples

Directions

1In a small bowl, stir together the oregano, five-spice powder, paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Coat the pork chop evenly on both sides with the spice mixture. Set the meat on a plate and let stand for 10 minutes.

2In a large, deep frying pan, warm 2 teaspoons of the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and sauté until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

3Add the remaining 2 teaspoons oil to the pan and return it to medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear until lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Turn and brown on the second side, 3-4 minutes. Transfer to the plate holding the onion.

4Place the pan over medium heat and pour in the cider and vinegar. Stir to scrape up any browned bits on the pan bottom. Return the pork and onion to the pan and arrange the apple wedges on top of the pork. Pour in the broth, cover and simmer until the chops are opaque throughout, about 10 minutes, reducing the heat if the liquid begins to boil.

5Transfer the chops, apple wedges and onion to a platter. Pour the milk into the pan, raise the heat to high, and boil until the liquid is reduced by one-third, about 5 minutes. Pour the sauce over the chops and serve.