It doesn’t get more southern than crispy fried pork chops. Whether it’s served with macaroni & cheese and collard greens or slapped between two slices of bread, fried pork chops are a classic delicacy. This recipe is brought to you by our friends over at Cooking Professionally.
Ingredients
• 1 cup vegetable oil, for frying
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt, or to taste
• salt, to taste • pepper, to taste
• 4 (3/4-inch-thick) pork chops
• green peas, cooked, optional, for serving
• macaroni and cheese, optional, for serving
Directions
Step 1
In a large skillet on the stove-top over medium-high heat, heat the oil.
Step 2
In a plastic resealable bag, combine the flour, seasoning salt, salt, and pepper.
Step 3
Place the pork chops in the bag, seal, and shake to coat the chops.
Step 4
Once the oil is thoroughly heated, remove the pork chops from the bag, shaking off any excess flour.
Step 5
Fry the chops in the skillet until golden on the outside and the juices run clear, about 4-5 minutes per side. The chops should have an internal temperature of 145 degrees F when measured with a meat thermometer.
Step 6
Serve hot with macaroni and cheese and green peas.