| Season pork chops with salt and pepper to taste. In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add pork chops and sear until nicely browned on both sides. Transfer pork chops to crock-pot; add garlic to pan drippings. Saut until chops begin to brown. Stir in soy sauce, broth, sugar, and cayenne pepper. Stir to blend and bring just to a boil; pour sauce over pork chops. Cover and cook on Low until pork chops are tender, about 5 to 7 hours. Mix together cornstarch and water to make smooth paste. Stir in cornstarch and water mixture until well blended. Cover and cook about 20 minutes longer. | 
