These Beef Chops in Tomato Sauce are a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender beef chops simmered in a rich tomato sauce with garlic, herbs, and a touch of sweetness. Simple yet full of flavor, this dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining. The sauce is enhanced with oregano and basil, creating a deliciously fragrant base that complements the beef. Serve it over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes to soak up every bit of the savory sauce.
Ingredients
For the Beef Chops
- 4 beef chops (about 1 inch thick)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon of sugar (optional, to counteract acidity)
- ¼ cup beef broth (or water)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the beef chops with salt and pepper on both sides. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the beef chops until browned on each side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, and sugar (if using) and pour in the beef broth. Mix well.
- Return the beef chops to the skillet, spooning the tomato sauce over them. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Top with freshly chopped parsley and present while warm.
Conclusion
These Beef Chops in Tomato Sauce are a satisfying meal with tender meat and a savory, herbed sauce that’s both simple and flavorful. Perfect for pairing with a variety of sides, this dish is sure to become a family favorite that brings warmth and comfort to your table.
Savory Beef Chops in Herbed Tomato Sauce
Tender beef chops simmered in a rich tomato sauceinfused with garlic and herbs, perfect for a comforting and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 4 beef chops about 1 inch thick
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 14 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon of sugar optional, to counteract acidity
- ¼ cup beef broth or water
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the beef chops with salt and pepper on both sides. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the beef chops until browned on each side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, and sugar (if using) and pour in the beef broth. Mix well.
- Return the beef chops to the skillet, spooning the tomato sauce over them. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Top with freshly chopped parsley and present while warm.