Ingredients

For the Pork Chops

• 4 pork chops
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Cherry Sauce

• 2 cups pitted sour cherries
• 1 cup water or cherry juice
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

For the Semolina Dumplings

• 1 cup semolina
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon butter
• A pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the Pork Chops

1. Season the pork chops with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic.
2. Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
3. Fry the pork chops for 5–7 minutes on each side, depending on their thickness, until fully cooked.
4. Remove from the pan and let them rest for a few minutes.

2. Make the Cherry Sauce

1. Place the cherries, water or cherry juice, sugar, and cinnamon in a saucepan.
2. Bring to a gentle boil and simmer for 10–15 minutes.
3. Mix the cornstarch with two tablespoons of cold water.
4. Stir the mixture into the sauce and cook until thickened.

3. Prepare the Semolina Dumplings

1. Heat the milk and butter in a saucepan.
2. Gradually stir in the semolina and cook until thick.
3. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then mix in the egg and salt.
4. Shape into small dumplings and boil them in salted water for 5–8 minutes, until cooked through.

Serving

Arrange the semolina dumplings and pork chops on a plate. Spoon the warm cherry sauce alongside them and serve immediately.

Enjoy your delicious Hungarian-inspired meal!