posted by Terrytx 04-08-102 8:35 AM  
* Exported from MasterCook * 
Apricot-Hoisin Pork Chops with Somen 
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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00 
Categories : Pork 
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method 
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4 ounces uncooked somen (wheat noodles) or angel hair pasta 
1/2 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 
1/2 cup apricot preserves 
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce 
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil 
4 (4 ounce) boneless center-cut loin pork chops (about 1/2 inch thick) 
1/4 teaspoon salt 
1/4 teaspoon black pepper 
Cook noodles according to package directions. 
While noodles cook, combine broth, preserves, and hoisin sauce in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk. 
Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. Add pork to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until browned. Add broth mixture; bring to a boil, and cook until sauce is reduced to 1/2 cup (about 8 minutes). Serve over noodles. 
Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1 pork chop, 2 tablespoons sauce, and 1/2 cup noodles). 446 cal, 12g fat, 25.8g pro, 58.4g carb, 2.4g fiber, 59mg chol, 1.4mg iron, 505mg sod, 42mg calc. 
Source: Cooking Light-4/02 
Serving Ideas : Serve with snow peas or broccoli.