Description
Hearty country fried pork chops deliver Southern comfort with crispy golden breading and juicy meat inside. Pepper and paprika create a robust flavor profile that welcomes home-style cooking enthusiasts to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 bone-in pork chops (12 to 34 inch thick)
Breading and Seasoning:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Wet Ingredients and Cooking:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Combine dry seasonings including flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish, creating a flavorful coating mixture.
- Whisk eggs and milk together in a separate bowl, preparing the binding liquid for the breading process.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper directly onto the pork chops, ensuring even seasoning across the meat’s surface.
- Carefully dredge each pork chop first in the seasoned flour mixture, then immerse in the egg wash, and finally return to the flour mixture, pressing firmly to create a thick, adherent breading.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat (around 350°F), allowing the oil to reach the proper temperature for crispy frying.
- Gently place breaded pork chops into the hot oil, cooking for 4-5 minutes per side until the exterior turns a rich golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Remove the fried pork chops and place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish and serve immediately while hot and crisp.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper quantity based on heat tolerance, starting with a pinch for mild flavor or adding more for spicy lovers.
- Use thick-cut bone-in pork chops for juicier, more tender results that prevent drying out during frying.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting all-purpose flour with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumb mix for crispy coating.
- Pat pork chops completely dry before seasoning to ensure maximum flour adherence and achieve an extra-crispy golden exterior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg