Lemon-Parsley Pork Chops

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Combine the minced lemon in a small bowl with the parsley, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper. Set aside.

   Step 2

   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Season the pork chops on both sides with salt and pepper. Cook in the skillet until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

   Step 3

   Add 1/2 cup water to the skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low; cover, and simmer gently until the pork is cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer the pork chops to a platter or serving plates; drizzle with the pan juices as desired, and sprinkle with the lemon-parsley mixture.

2. mincing lemon zest

   Step 4

   With a vegetable peeler, remove the lemon zest in long strips (avoid the bitter white pith). Use a sharp knife to cut the zest into thinner strips, then finely cut crosswise.