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Oh, listen up, folks! Today I’m gonna tell ya ’bout makin’ some mighty fine pork chops with panko bread crumbs. Now, I know y’all might think pork chops are just pork chops, but lemme tell ya, addin’ that panko makes all the difference! It’s crunchy and golden brown, just like the sunshine on a summer day!
First off, you gotta gather your ingredients. Here’s what you need:
- 4 pork chops, bone-in or boneless, whichever you fancy
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten up real nice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (if you like a bit of flavor)
- Oil for fryin’, canola or vegetable works
Now, let’s get to cookin’! First thing, you wanna pat those pork chops dry with a paper towel. You don’t want no water messin’ up your crunchy goodness!
Next, sprinkle some salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides of the chops. Give ’em a good rub, make sure that flavor gets in there. Then, set up your breadin’ station. You need three bowls. In the first bowl, put your flour. In the second, your beaten eggs. And in the third bowl, pour in that lovely panko bread crumbs.
Now, it’s time to coat the chops! First, dip each chop in the flour, makin’ sure it’s all covered. Then, into the egg, let it soak up that goodness. Finally, roll it in the panko. Press it down a bit so it sticks, you know?
Once you’ve got ’em all coated, heat up your oil in a big skillet over medium heat. You want it nice and hot, but not smokin’! If you drop a little bit of water in there and it sizzles, you’re ready.
Carefully lay those pork chops in the skillet, but don’t crowd ’em. Give ’em some space to breathe! Fry ’em for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until they turn that beautiful golden brown. If you like, you can even cover the skillet with a lid for a minute or two to help cook the inside.
Once they’re all done, take ’em out and let ’em rest on a plate lined with paper towels to soak up any extra oil. This is real important, folks! You don’t wanna bite into a greasy chop!
Now, you can serve these tasty pork chops with some mashed potatoes or a simple salad. They’ll be so crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside, just like a cozy hug from your grandma.
And remember, if you don’t have panko, don’t fret! You can use regular bread crumbs, but they won’t be as crunchy. You can even crush up some crackers or chips if you’re in a pinch. But trust me, panko is the way to go!
So, there ya have it! A simple and tasty way to make pork chops that’ll have everyone at the table smilin’. Enjoy your meal, and don’t forget to share the love!
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