Fig flavored balsamic vinegar is a sweet and fruity vinegar made by infusing balsamic vinegar with fresh or dried figs. It has a complex flavor profile that is both sweet and tart, with notes of honey, caramel, and ripe figs. Fig balsamic vinegar is a versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes, including salads, marinades, glazes, and desserts. One such unique recipe with Aleta Organic Balsamic Vinegar is below.

Ingredients:

• 4 bone-in pork chops, about 1 inch thick
• 1/4 cup Aleta fig balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Aleta Extra-Virgin olive oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. In a small bowl, whisk together our fig balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Brush both sides of each pork chop with the fig balsamic glaze.
4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until browned.
5. Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until pork chops are cooked through.
6. Remove pork chops from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips:

• For a more intense fig flavor, reduce the fig balsamic vinegar by half before adding the other ingredients to the glaze.
• Serve the pork chops with roasted vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.
• Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs, if desired.

Enjoy!