Stuffed Spanish Pork Chops

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the Spanish Gordal olives, roasted red peppers, sundried tomatoes, parsley, garlic, and ½ teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 2

Cut a pocket in each pork loin. Cut from the side that has no fat and stop your cut at the fat cap. Stuff the pork with the chorizo and (if using) the manchego.

Step 3

Divide the filling between the pork chops (they will be very full!) then use toothpicks to secure them so the stuffing doesn't fall out. Sprinkle the smoked paprika, sea salt, and remaining ½ teaspoon of pepper over the chops.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large, non-stick or cast iron frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed pork chops to the pan and let them cook for 5 minutes, or until nicely browned on the one side. Carefully flip them over and let them cook for another 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium, cover the pan, and cook for another 10 minutes, or until the middle of the stuffing registers 145 degrees on an instant read meat thermometer.