Description
Country fried pork chops deliver a crispy Southern comfort classic that delights home cooks. Juicy pork coated in seasoned flour creates a golden crunch perfect for hearty family meals you’ll savor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in pork chops
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Cooking Ingredients:
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare a seasoned flour mixture by combining dry ingredients in a shallow dish, ensuring an even distribution of spices for robust flavor.
- Create an egg wash in a separate bowl by whisking eggs and buttermilk until smooth and well-blended.
- Carefully season each pork chop with salt and pepper, massaging the seasoning into the meat for deep flavor penetration.
- Implement a triple-layer coating technique: first dredge the pork chop in the seasoned flour, then completely submerge in the egg wash, and finally coat again with the flour mixture for an extra crispy exterior.
- Heat cooking oil in a large skillet to medium temperature (around 350°F), ensuring the oil is hot enough to create an immediate sizzle when the meat is added.
- Carefully place coated pork chops into the hot oil, maintaining a consistent temperature and allowing each side to cook for 4-5 minutes until achieving a golden-brown crust.
- Check the internal temperature reaches 145°F using a meat thermometer to guarantee thorough cooking and food safety.
- Remove pork chops and place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil, allowing the coating to remain crisp and prevent sogginess.
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy, presenting the perfectly fried pork chops as a delectable main course.
Notes
- Ensure the flour mixture is well-seasoned to enhance the pork chops’ flavor profile and create a crispy, flavorful crust.
- Double-coating technique helps achieve an extra-thick, crunchy exterior that locks in the meat’s juiciness and prevents dryness.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee perfect doneness, avoiding overcooking that can make the pork tough and dry.
- For gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs to maintain the crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 670 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg