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On 12/10/2024 6:06 PM, Carol wrote:

> 
> "Differences between pork loin and pork chops:
> Source: Pork loin comes from the loin muscle along the pig’s back,
> while pork chops are cross-sections of the rib or loin sections1.
> Size and Tenderness: Pork loin is longer, leaner, and more tender,
> while pork chops are smaller and less tender21.
> Fat Content: Pork loin is lean, while pork chops have more fat3.
> Cooking: Pork loin is versatile and can be used in various dishes,
> while pork chops are typically pan-fried or grilled1.
> 
> This link goes into cooking techniques appropriate for both."

Not completely true.  I've often bought whole pork loin and the butcher 
cut off a few chops from it for me.  Both had the same exact portion, 
one was a roast, the other 3/4" slices called chops.

Tenderness may vary by cooking methods but has nothing to do with the 
origin.