Hong Kong-inspired · rice casserole
Hong Kong-Style Baked Pork Chop Tomato Rice
Seared pork chops bake over white rice beneath a bright tomato sauce with corn and bell pepper.
Total time40 min
Hands-on25 min
Cleanupmedium
Serves4
Cook
Make dinner
- 01
Heat the oven to 400°F. Season the pork chops, then sear in oil in an oven-safe skillet for 2 minutes per side.
- 02
Spread the rice in a baking dish and arrange the chops on top.
- 03
Stir tomato sauce, corn, bell pepper, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt together and spoon over the pork.
- 04
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the sauce bubbles and the pork reaches 145°F. Rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Make it work
Useful swaps
- Use thin chicken cutlets and cook to 165°F.
- Add diced onion to the sauce if desired.
Why this is a good weeknight call
The ingredient list stays focused, and the recipe has a clear stopping point instead of extra optional projects.
