Description
Hearty country fried pork chops deliver Southern comfort on a plate, promising crispy golden goodness with each bite. Pepper-seasoned breading and juicy meat will draw hungry diners to savor this classic meal you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops
- 1 cup (240 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp (5 ml) garlic powder
- 1 tsp (5 ml) onion powder
- 1 tsp (5 ml) paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk
- Vegetable oil, for frying (as needed, approximately 2-3 cups/480-720 ml)
Instructions
- Generously coat pork chops with salt and black pepper, ensuring complete seasoning coverage.
- Create a robust coating mixture by combining flour with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and a touch of salt in a shallow dish.
- Submerge each pork chop in buttermilk, allowing excess liquid to drip off, then thoroughly dredge in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing gently to create a uniform, crispy exterior.
- Warm vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches approximately 350°F, creating a shimmering surface.
- Carefully place flour-coated pork chops into the hot oil, maintaining a consistent temperature to achieve a deep golden-brown crust.
- Cook each side for 4-5 minutes, turning once, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the exterior is crisp and bronzed.
- Transfer fried pork chops to a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil and preserve the crackly coating’s texture.
- Allow the chops to rest for 3-5 minutes before serving to lock in juices and maintain optimal crispiness.
Notes
- Tenderize pork chops by gently pounding them with a meat mallet before seasoning to ensure even thickness and more tender meat.
- Use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature reaches 145°F for perfect doneness without overcooking.
- For a gluten-free version, replace wheat flour with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs to maintain crispy texture.
- Create a healthier alternative by baking the coated pork chops in the oven at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 530 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg