Pork Chops with Mustard Cream Sauce

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Pork Chops with Mustard Cream Sauce is a classic Western dish featuring pan-seared or baked pork chops smothered in a rich, tangy cream sauce made with Dijon or whole-grain mustard. It typically includes ingredients like pork chops, heavy cream, mustard, garlic, and herbs such as thyme or rosemary. The dish is popular in French-inspired and American home cooking, often served with sides like mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein from the pork and fat from the cream sauce, making it a hearty, low-carb option. Key nutrients include B vitamins, zinc, and selenium from the pork, along with calcium from the cream. A typical serving (one chop with sauce) ranges from 400-600 calories, depending on cut and portion size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	420 kcal
Protein	32 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	30 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	650 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Selenium	45 mcg
Zinc	3.5 mg
Iron	1.2 mg

Per 1 pork chop with sauce (approx. 200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the sauce reflects French culinary influence, where mustard and cream are common in savory preparations, while the dish itself is a staple in American comfort food. Nutritionally, the combination of protein and healthy fats can promote satiety, though moderation is advised due to the high saturated fat content in the cream.