Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic

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The earthy, fermented garlic pairs well with the mushrooms in this dish. Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic has deep rich flavors that taste amazing.

The earthy, fermented garlic pairs well with the mushrooms in this dish. Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic has deep rich flavors that taste amazing.

Several months ago, I received a freebie package of black garlic from @MySpiceSage.  It’s been sitting in my pantry and well, moved with us.  For some reason, it has been on my radar to use this week.  These Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic were a perfect reason to use them!!

BUT, today was one of those days where I had planned on getting more done than I did.  I hate those days.  For some reason, I was totally UN-inspired to make the menu this week.  I think I need to jot these ideas down in my phone as I have them.  I know I thought of a few interesting dishes, but just can’t remember what they were.

My brain is a sieve.

I planned on at least two SRS recipes and at least 2 chocolate ones.  Yeah…no.  I HAVE to get tequila tomorrow for one recipe and will probably stop at the store for ingredients for another.  There was a total brain fart on that one.  *note to self stick ice cream tub in freezer*

I have one SRS done.  No chocolate ones.  BUT will have one tequila one done as soon as I get the tequila.  LOL.  I spent most of the day prepping cookies.  More on that later.

Since I didn’t leave the house until 10 I didn’t get home until 12.  Half the day is shot as far as I’m concerned.  There was SO much more I wanted to do.  Slicing my finger was not one of them.  Once that happened it was ALL downhill.  Laundry still in the dryer.  Dinner was slacker-ish at best.  Tasty, but just not planned the way I had it in my mind.  And since I still wasn’t able to COOK the cookies, I didn’t want to screw with the oven temp and throw the taters in there.  Those will just have to wait until next weekend I guess.

I did not sit down for more than an 20 minutes after I got home.  I’m tired.  Thankfully it’s almost bed time.  Actually, S is already sawing logs next to me and well Missy?  She sleeps anywhere any time.  She’s not particular.

I did some house cleaning on the blog here.  I was not happy with how things were taking up so much room!  So, I thought I’d make them smaller to fit more in there!  What do y’all think?  I think it looks cleaner.

I also added my craptastic Facebook page.  I’m just not happy with it….we’ll see how it goes.  I want to brand it, but it’s not working for some reason.  It’s just irritating me.  BUT it’s out there.  Any words of wisdom or suggestions appreciated.

I did manage to cook a few things this week.  I seriously had such high hopes, but just let myself down which sucks even more.  The things I did cook are TAST-Y!  Here’s one of them!  😉

@BlackGarlic is produced by fermentation, a technique that has been around for many thousands of years.  It looks and smells a bit like black licorice, but it doesn’t taste like it.  It’s like molasses, and I want to say sake or maybe miso?  It’s different, to say the least.  I received mine free from @MySpiceSage as a freebie.  It was worth it to try out this new ingredient.  Well, new to me.  Anyway, here’s what it looks like OUT of the wrapper.

The earthy, fermented garlic pairs well with the mushrooms in this dish. Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic has deep rich flavors that taste amazing.
The earthy, fermented garlic pairs well with the mushrooms in this dish. Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic has deep rich flavors that taste amazing.

They are UBER sticky!!  Don’t say I didn’t warn ya!

Sauce 1/2 cup of chopped onion a skillet over medium-high heat for 1 minute.  Add cremini, shiitake, and button mushrooms along with the chopped @BlackGarlic to the pan.

The earthy, fermented garlic pairs well with the mushrooms in this dish. Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic has deep rich flavors that taste amazing.

Saute 5 minutes or until the juices have been released and they start to brown.  Add 1/2 cup of dry red wine making sure to scrape any browned bits off the bottom of the pan.  Simmer 5 minutes.  This is my recent favorite red to drink and cook with.

The earthy, fermented garlic pairs well with the mushrooms in this dish. Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic has deep rich flavors that taste amazing.

It’s a nice bodied red that doesn’t make me too hot when I drink it, like most reds do.  It’s tasty!

Trim any additional fat from the pork chops and then cut a horizontal slit in the center of the chop being careful not to cut all the way through.

The earthy, fermented garlic pairs well with the mushrooms in this dish. Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic has deep rich flavors that taste amazing.

Remove the mushroom mixture and allow to cool.  Once cooled, pulse a few times in a food processor until it’s coarsely chopped.

The earthy, fermented garlic pairs well with the mushrooms in this dish. Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic has deep rich flavors that taste amazing.

Stuff 1/8 cup of the mushroom mixture into each chop and use a toothpick to close the slit.

The earthy, fermented garlic pairs well with the mushrooms in this dish. Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic has deep rich flavors that taste amazing.

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.  Add remaining oil and swirl to coat.  Cook each chop 2 to 4 minutes on each side or until just cooked through.

The earthy, fermented garlic pairs well with the mushrooms in this dish. Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic has deep rich flavors that taste amazing.

Remove toothpicks before serving.

The earthy, fermented garlic pairs well with the mushrooms in this dish. Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic has deep rich flavors that taste amazing.

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Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic

Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

The earthy, fermented garlic pairs well with the mushrooms in this dish. Mushroom Stuffed Pork Chops with Black Garlic has deep rich flavors that taste amazing.

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon canola oil
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 cup cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup white button mushrooms, sliced
  • 7 cloves #black garlic, chopped
  • 1 pound pork chops, boneless, trimmed, lean only
  • 1 teaspoon canola oil
  • 8 toothpicks

Instructions

  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and swirl to coat. Saute onion for 1 minute.
  2. Add mushrooms and garlic. Saute 5 minutes or until they release their juices and being to brown.
  3. Add wine and deglaze pan, making sure to scrape any browned bits off the bottom of the pan. Simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  4. Trim any excess fat from the chops. Thinly slice a horizontal slit into each chop forming a pocket and making sure not to cut all the way through the chop.
  5. Once the mushroom mixture has cooled, pulse a few times in a food processor to coarsely chop the mushrooms and garlic.
  6. Place approximately 1/8 to 1/4 cup of mushroom mixture into the pocket of each chop and secure with 2 toothpicks.
  7. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining oil; swirling to coat the pan. Add chops to pan and cook 2 to 4 minutes on each side depending on their thickness. Remove toothpicks before serving.

Nutrition Information

Yield

4

Serving Size

1

Amount Per Serving Calories 302Total Fat 16gSaturated Fat 4gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 9gCholesterol 95mgSodium 77mgCarbohydrates 10gFiber 3gSugar 3gProtein 31g

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42 Comments

  1. Clever lady! Black Garlic huh! I just finished writing a Stuffed Pork Chop for one of my future posts but you just totally went over the top with this recipe!! Now I have to try yours!!

    Hugs!!

    1. Um…I think I'd still throw that out if it turned black in my kitchen. Although…it would be interesting to try to ferment my own garlic. Hm….

      Thanks for stopping by! 🙂

  2. How interesting..I've never heard of Black Garlic before, I be it makes a great combination with the mushrooms! Thanks for sharing, came over from Will Cook for Smiles party, have a great week, Lizy

  3. I love these blog hops I always learn so much about food and get so many great recipes.I eat alot of porkchops but I never know what to do with them.This looks yummy

  4. I love pork and I had never thought to stuff it like this before. With mushroom season upon us, I'll have to keep it in mind. The black garlic looks weird, but I would give it a go if I saw it. #FOBF

    1. That's what I said about it. I got it free with my usual veggies purchase. That's why I love @MySpiceSage; they usually have GREAT freebies! I recently received free coconut oil with my purchase.

  5. I'm not familiar with black garlic, but from what you've described I think pairing it with mushrooms sounds fantastic. Thanks for linking this week!

    1. It's really rich and different in flavor. I paired well with the shrooms. I think it would be excellent with miso something. Miso garlic soup? It's definitely a different flavor that's yummy!

  6. wow! I don't think I have ever had black garlic before! Thanks for linking up to Tasteful Tuesdays and I would love for you to add my button to you list. :o) Can't wait to see what you bring next week. Emily @ Nap-Time Creations
    oh, and I just posted looking for some help with my blog… maybe you can offer some advice?

    1. Emily, I usually do have your button on my list, but I've been slacking with changing out my list sidebar. 🙁 Sorry! I keep meaning to make a page for my parties. Hopefully this weekend.

    1. I hadn't either until I received the free package from My Spice Sage. It's been fun playing with it, though! Thanks for stopping by! LOVED your turtle post this morning. He was a purdy turtle.

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