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Heat the pan to a medium-high heat.
Brush your piece of New Zealand pork with a little oil and season.
Cook the meat on one side, before turning to cook the other side – using the estimated timings below.
Rest for at least two minutes before serving.
Make sure your pan is hot before you put your meat in it
For steaks and chops 2cm thick, cook for 6 mins on one side, 2 mins on the other side, then rest for 2 mins
Pork can be eaten with a hint of pink in the middle
Pan frying is a fast and easy way to cook a range of New Zealand pork cuts. For best results, it’s all about getting the right heat and cooking time for the right cut.
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Cooking New Zealand pork steaks or chops is as easy as 6+2+2!
For steaks or chops which are 2 cm thick, cook for 6 minutes on one side, 2 minutes on the other side, and then let it rest for 2 minutes off the heat so that it remains tender and juicy.
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Sear the fillet for 6 minutes, turning several times until browned all over.
Reduce the heat to moderate-low and continue cooking for 3 more minutes, turning several times. Rest for at least 2-3 minutes.
Make a cut through the layer of connective tissue around the edge at 2cm intervals to prevent curling.