“Fatty pork chops are a great option to enjoy on the keto lifestyle! Here, they are served with a beautiful ratatouille-like vegetable mix that features a mountain of freshly chopped herbs which makes a great dinner option for any time of the year!” - Monya
Method
Based on 4 servings, adjust as needed.
Step 1
Melt the butter in your largest non-stick pan or wok over high heat. Once foaming, add the diced red pepper, courgette and aubergine and toss to coat in the butter. Stir continuously for 6-7 minutes until the vegetables start to soften and caramelise. Season with salt and pepper, then add the tomatoes, garlic and dried tarragon and continue to cook for 2-3 more minutes. Next, add the ketchup and a small dash of water, then reduce the heat to medium low. Leave to simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Just before serving, stir through all the chopped fresh herbs.
Step 2
Meanwhile, brush the pork chops lightly with a little olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Heat a griddle pan over high heat. Once smoking hot, cook the chops until visibly charred on all sides, approx. 6-8 minutes depending on how thick they are. You may need to cook them in batches, in which case you can leave the cooked ones in a warm oven (100°C, fan-assisted) until all the chops are done. Alternatively, pop them in the air-fryer (air-fryer setting, 200°C for 10-12 minutes) or grill them on the BBQ, if it's sunny out!
Step 3
Serve the deliciously fatty pork chops with the herby veg for an easy, colourful midweek meal!