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Perfectly Fried Pork Chops

Perfectly Fried Pork Chops

Perfectly Fried Pork Chops · ready in 30 min · 4 servings · 420 kcal per serving · easy · 6 ingredients

Juicy center-cut pork chops with a crisp, golden crust seasoned simply for big flavor. This classic pan-fried method creates tender meat inside and a satisfying crunch outside every time.

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min
Serves
4
kcal
420
Difficulty
easy
AmericanMain dishesQuick (30 min or less)High-protein (25 g+)Low-carb (20 g or less)

A QiMeal recipe · Updated

Ingredients · 4 servings

  • 680 gCenter-cut pork chops
  • 120 gSelf-rising flour
  • 6 gSalt
  • 3 gBlack pepper
  • 4 gPaprika
  • 240 mlFrying oil

Equipment

stovetop, plastic bag, plate, prep plate, skillet, tongs

Instructions

  1. Prep ingredients

    Gather pork chops, self-rising flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika, and set out a large plate, plastic bag, and 25 cm skillet. · 2 min

    What to look for: Even red speckled coating

  2. Season pork

    Season both sides of the center-cut pork chops evenly with the salt, black pepper, and paprika, pressing spices to adhere. · 2 min

    What to look for: Spices coat the meat evenly

  3. Prepare flour

    Add the self-rising flour to a clean plastic bag and shake gently to spread it evenly. · 1 min

    What to look for: Thick, dry flour coating

  4. Flour chops

    Place the seasoned pork chops in the bag, shake to coat with flour, rest them on a plate briefly, then flour them again the same way. · 8 min

    What to look for: Dry, even flour coating

  5. Heat oil

    Pour frying oil into the skillet and heat over medium-high heat until a pinch of flour sizzles on contact. · 5 min

    What to look for: Oil shimmers and sizzles

  6. Fry chops

    Add the floured pork chops to the skillet, reduce to medium heat, and turn them every few moments to cook evenly on both sides. · 6 min

    When it is done: Internal temperature reaches 63°C / 145°F

  7. Finish and serve

    Remove the pork chops when sizzling slows and they are golden brown, then transfer to a plate and serve hot. · 3 min

    What to look for: Golden brown crust

Nutrition (per serving)

kcal420
Protein34 g
Carbohydrates18 g
of which sugars0 g
Fat26 g
of which saturated7 g
Fibre1 g
Sodium780 mg

Nutri-ScoreD

Allergens

Contains: gluten

May contain: soybeans

Storage and reheating

  • Fridge: up to 3 days
  • Freezer: yes, up to 2 months

Ingredient substitutions

Center-cut pork chops

  • Bone-in pork chops: May require slightly longer cooking time
  • Chicken thigh cutlets: Cook until internal temperature reaches 74°C

Self-rising flour

  • All-purpose flour with baking powder: Mix thoroughly before coating
  • Cornstarch: Creates an extra crispy crust

Salt

  • Sea salt: Use fine grind for even seasoning

Black pepper

  • White pepper: Gives a slightly milder heat

Paprika

  • Smoked paprika: Adds smoky depth

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