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Ingredients of Nigel Slater's Pig & Fig

It's 1 packet of 4 medium- or 5 small-sized figs, halved.
It's 220 ml of dry apple cider.
You need 2 of medium sized pork chops.
It's of Oil of choice (butter or avocado).
You need of Salt & Pepper.
Prepare Dash of Rosemary (optional).

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Nigel Slater's Pig & Fig step by step

Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, pepper and rosemary..
With the hob on medium-high heat, add the oil and thoroughly brown both sides of the pork chops. NOTE: Do ensure that the pan is quite hot before adding in the meat in order to achieve that beautiful, golden brown sear..
Once the pork is nicely browned on both sides, add dry cider..
Allow the cider starts to bubble, then turn down the heat and let sit for about 2-3 minutes..
Place figs into the pan and cover with a lid. Cook for another 5 minutes or so..
After 5 minutes, uncover the pan and continue cooking until the cider sauce has reduced to half its volume..
Serve with sides of potatoes or greens..

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