RAISED ON SMALL FAMILY FARMS

100%

heritage breed

Frenched Pork Chop

KUROBUTA PORK

The SRF Frenched pork chop is flavorful, juicy and distinctively superior to grocery store chops. Sourced from 100% purebred Kurobuta (Berkshire), a heritage breed that produces highly marbled pork. Average weight is 7 oz.

Heritage Breed

Family Farm Raised

SRF Kurobuta Pork

The SRF Frenched pork chops are hand cut and trimmed to reveal the included rib bone for a gourmet touch on your dinner table. Our distinctive Kurobuta pork chops are finely marbled, exceptionally juicy and packed with flavor. Unlike commodity breeds, Snake River Farms pork is a striking crimson color which is a true indicator of superior quality pork. Serve these beautiful bone-in pork chops simply grilled or pan seared for excellent results.

There can be some variation in size with our natural pork chops. We hand-cut each chop to include a bone, and the normal taper of each rack can translate to some chops that are larger than others.

Average weight: 7 oz.

Kurobuta pork chops are a delicious change from commodity chops. They have a higher amount of intramuscular fat for a higher amount of flavor and moisture.

Pan searing and reverse searing are good methods to cook Kurobuta pork chops to develop a nice outer crust and maintain the moist interion.

Internal temperature is the most accurate way to know if your pork chop is done. The USDA recommends 145°F, but a lower temperature of 135°F produces more flavorful results.

In the 1960s and 70s, rare pork was associated with trichinosis. This fear continues to cause contemporary home cooks to overcook their chops. Today’s production methods are improved and very food safe. This means for the best results pork chops should be served closer to medium to maintain a high level of juicy flavor.

Like steaks, rest pork chops up to 10 minutes before serving to let the internal temperature equalize and allow the juices to be reabsorbed.

Details

The SRF Frenched pork chops are hand cut and trimmed to reveal the included rib bone for a gourmet touch on your dinner table. Our distinctive Kurobuta pork chops are finely marbled, exceptionally juicy and packed with flavor. Unlike commodity breeds, Snake River Farms pork is a striking crimson color which is a true indicator of superior quality pork. Serve these beautiful bone-in pork chops simply grilled or pan seared for excellent results.

There can be some variation in size with our natural pork chops. We hand-cut each chop to include a bone, and the normal taper of each rack can translate to some chops that are larger than others.

Average weight: 7 oz.

Cooking Tips

Kurobuta pork chops are a delicious change from commodity chops. They have a higher amount of intramuscular fat for a higher amount of flavor and moisture.

Pan searing and reverse searing are good methods to cook Kurobuta pork chops to develop a nice outer crust and maintain the moist interion.

Internal temperature is the most accurate way to know if your pork chop is done. The USDA recommends 145°F, but a lower temperature of 135°F produces more flavorful results.

In the 1960s and 70s, rare pork was associated with trichinosis. This fear continues to cause contemporary home cooks to overcook their chops. Today’s production methods are improved and very food safe. This means for the best results pork chops should be served closer to medium to maintain a high level of juicy flavor.

Like steaks, rest pork chops up to 10 minutes before serving to let the internal temperature equalize and allow the juices to be reabsorbed.

What is Kurobuta Pork?

Kurobuta is a heritage breed with flavor superior to commodity pork. This premium pork is known as Berkshire in England and Kurobuta in Japan, where it is considered the culinary equivalent of Wagyu beef. Kurobuta contains abundant marbling for a heightened flavor profile and higher pH which creates a deep pink color and an increased moisture content. The result is pork with robust juicy flavor, tender texture and a hint of natural sweetness.

FAQ

Everything you need to know before your first bite.

Find answers to our customers' most commonly asked questions.

What temp are pork chops done?

When the internal temperature reaches 135°F to 140°F, remove from oven and let rest 10 minutes. Finish by searing on both sides in a hot skillet.

Where do pork chops come from?

Pork chops are cut from the pork loin. This section of the hog is similar to the beef loin in anatomy. Like the beef loin, the pork loin has the most tender cuts.

What is Kurobuta pork?

Kurobuta is the Japanese term for “black hog” and refers to animals of the Berkshire variety, a heritage breed kept pure for hundreds of years. Kurobuta pork is highly marbled with a beautiful dark color, firm texture, and naturally delicious flavor. Our animals are treated humanely and are raised on small family farms in the American Midwest without hormones using a natural, slow feed process.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.6898193 / 5 from 1051 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The SRF Frenched pork chops are hand cut and trimmed to reveal the rib bone, offering a gourmet touch. Customers praise the flavor, tenderness, and quality, with many describing the chops as the best they've ever had. The product is versatile, suitable for grilling or pan searing, though there can be some variation in size.

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Review highlights

"Great chop good fat content I will buy again" — Anonymous
"Alway the Best Flavor, Quality and Tenderness - THIS is our favorite pork product from SRF." — Miriam Z.
"Definitely I would buy again great flavor and quality." — Alfred B.

Reviews

Nothing beats the succulence of

"Nothing beats the succulence of Kurobota Pork!"

— joanne L. (5/5)

My only negative is that

"My only negative is that my wife won't eat any other pork chops any more. She still talks about how juicy they were. I tried to tell her it was the way I prepared them but she is not buying it so I guess I am going to be the one buying them. We love these chops and Snake River Farms."

— Don B. (5/5)

SRF products have been part

"SRF products have been part of our diet for many years."

— Daniel S. (5/5)

The pork chops are exceptional,

"The pork chops are exceptional, the high quality of the pork is obvious and it's hard to choose between these and the double bone chops. So we alternate. Highly recommend"

— Joanne K. (5/5)

Delicious pork any way you

"Delicious pork any way you prepare it!"

— Susan S. (5/5)

By far the best pork

"By far the best pork chops we've had"

— Caroline G. (5/5)

Absolutely delicious 😋

"Absolutely delicious 😋"

— Steve D. (5/5)

Oh my goodness! I have

"Oh my goodness! I have lost count of how many of these delicious, individually frozen frenched pork chops I have purchased and cooked. Seared, then 3 minutes on first side, flipped and cooked for 2 minutes! Let it rest a few minutes. Delish. Talked a senior gentleman into buying and trying. He remarked that it was the most chewable, flavorful chop he remembers eating. He is in his 90's! Thanks, SRF"

— jean s. (5/5)

Fantastic, tender, flavorful, delicious…either grilled

"Fantastic, tender, flavorful, delicious…either grilled or seared in a cast iron pan. Will buy more!"

— Carmen J. (5/5)

Best pork chop I have

"Best pork chop I have ever had."

— Stephen D. (5/5)