Maple Mustard Chops Recipe
A sweet-savory vegan chop recipe featuring a maple mustard glaze that feels indulgent, protein-packed, and weeknight friendly.
Ingredients
- Vegan protein chops soy or pea-based: 2 pieces (120 g each)
- Olive oil: 1 tbsp
- Dijon mustard: 1½ tbsp
- Maple syrup: 1 tbsp
- Garlic minced: 1 tsp
- Soy sauce: 1 tsp
- Apple cider vinegar: 1 tsp
- Black pepper: ½ tsp
- Smoked paprika: ½ tsp
- Water: 2 tbsp
- Fresh thyme chopped: 1 tsp
Instructions
- Heat skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, and sear vegan chops for 3 minutes per side.
- Whisk mustard, maple syrup, soy sauce, vinegar, pepper, paprika, and water until smooth.
- Remove chops, sauté garlic for 30 seconds until aromatic but not dramatic.
- Pour glaze into skillet, simmer two minutes until slightly thick and glossy.
- Return chops, coat evenly, cook five minutes, and flip once for balanced caramelization.
- Finish with thyme and serve warm.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Total Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 29 g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 18%
- Calcium: 15%
- Potassium: 14%
- Magnesium: 11%
- Vitamin B6: 13%