Are you looking forward to Oktoberfest as much as I am? I am really not a beer drinker and never was, but I do love an occasional beer. And there's no better beer than European. I don't even need a glass.
If you are celebrating Oktoberfest at home I just have the perfect recipe to serve with your beer. Smoked pork chops - kassler with homemade remoulade sauce is a must!
Kassler Chops with Remoulade
Kassler (German cuisine) is a slightly smoked and then brined cut of pork. It has a wonderful flavor and it's a breeze to prepare. You just brown it briefly on each side and done.
The secret of the yummy sauce is the anchovy paste. Don't cringe, you really can't taste it. Do you like Ceaser salad dressing? Guess what? It has anchovies! So get over it and give it a try. I promise you won't regret it!
Ingredients
- Smoked Pork Chops
- Fingerling Potatoes or Baby Dutch Yellow Potatoes
- plain Yogurt
- Mayonnaise
- Capers (optional)
- Anchovy or 1 teaspoon Anchovy Paste
- Pickles
- Parsley
- Salt and Pepper
- Sugar
- Oil
Directions:
- Cover potatoes with water in a medium-size saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Lower the heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and cool slightly then peel.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place smoked pork chops in the skillet and brown for 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove the chops from the skillet and keep warm. Add the remaining tablespoon oil to the skillet. Toss in the potatoes and turning them occasionally bake until nicely browned, about 5-8 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, in a small mixing bowl, combine yogurt, mayo, capers, anchovy, pickles, and parsley. Season the remoulade with salt, pepper and sugar.
Kassler Chops with Remoulade
Ingredients
- 4 Smoked Pork Chops
- 1 ½ pounds Fingerling Potatoes or Baby Dutch Yellow Potatoes
- ½ cup plain Yogurt
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon chopped Capers, optional
- 1 chopped Anchovy or 1 teaspoon Anchovy Paste
- ¼ cup chopped Pickles
- 1 bunch fresh Parsley, chopped
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- A pinch of Sugar
- 3 tablespoons Oil, divided
Instructions
- Cover potatoes with water in a medium size saucepot; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Lower the heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and cool slightly then peel.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place smoked pork chops in the skillet and brown for 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove the chops from the skillet and keep warm. Add the remaining tablespoon oil to the skillet. Toss in the potatoes and turning them occasionally bake until nicely browned, about 5-8 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, in a small mixing bowl, combine yogurt, mayo, capers, anchovy, pickles, and parsley. Season the remoulade with salt, pepper and sugar.
Sherry says
This reminds me of a dish we had when we lived in Germany. We love smoked pork chops. Thanks so much for sharing with us at Funtastic Friday. Please join us again this week.
allthatsjas says
Yep, it was often on our table when we lived 🙂 Thanks for stopping in, Sherry!
Sarah says
Delicious!
allthatsjas says
Thanks, Sarah! 🙂
Theresa @DearCreatives says
Those chops look so good. Thanks for sharing at the Ins Inspiration Spotlight party. See you again soon.
allthatsjas says
Thank you much! Have a great weekend!
Chelsea @ The Johnsons Plus Dog says
Looks super yummy! Great presentation too! Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty - hope to see you again next week!
allthatsjas says
Thank you very much, Chelsea, and thanks for the party 🙂
Lou Lou Girls says
Oh yum! This looks so incredible! Pinned and tweeted. We love partying with you and we appreciate you stopping by! Please take a minute to stop by next week, so we can pin and tweet your new creation. The party starts on Monday at 7 pm! Have a great Monday! Lou Lou Girls
allthatsjas says
Thank you, and thanks for stopping in!
Quinn Caudill says
Its like smoked pork prime rib. Sounds awesome. Thanks for sharing with us at Throwback Thursday link party. Please join us again next week and invite your friends to come along.
Quinn Caudill says
BTW who created your logo. I really like it. I am trying to get a one made but not real thrilled with the first try.
allthatsjas says
Thanks! I played with Photoshop to create a logo that would contain everything I'm about, yet remain simple. It wasn't an easy task 🙂 Glad you like it!
allthatsjas says
Thank you, Quinn, and thanks for the party 🙂
Bam's Kitchen says
Jas this dish looks so elegant and your potatoes are cooked perfectly. Fancy enough for guests!
allthatsjas says
Thank you, Bam! I love simple foods that can look fancy enough for guests. It's a win-win 🙂
Erika says
I've never celebrated oktoberfest but I'd love to! This recipe looks so delicious!
Erika @whaterikawears.com
allthatsjas says
You mean you don't use it as an excuse to consume unrealistic amounts of beer? LOL Thanks for stopping in and co-hosting the hop, it makes it that much more fun!
Katherines Corner says
Oh my goodness this does look fantastic. My Father used to love German food. I shared my Beef Rouladen a long time ago. Darn now my stomach is growling. xo
allthatsjas says
Thanks, darling! I shared my beef rouladen some time ago too, lol. That was my favorite German meal while I lived there. Have a glorious day!
Carlee says
Holy moly that looks delicious and the pictures are beautiful! I want to dive right in and take a bite!
allthatsjas says
Thank you so much, Carlee! Hope you give it a try - very easy to make and delicious! Thanks for visiting! 🙂