Country Fried Pork Chops (Printer-Friendly)
Tender pork chops fried to a golden crisp, topped with creamy white gravy for hearty flavor.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Pork Chops
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6 boneless pork chops, ½ inch thick
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¾ teaspoon seasoned salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
→ Dredge
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1 cup all-purpose flour, divided
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25 saltine crackers, finely crushed
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1 teaspoon seasoned salt
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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2 large eggs
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⅓ cup milk
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1 tablespoon hot sauce
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Shortening for frying
→ Gravy
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¼ cup reserved cooking oil
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¼ cup all-purpose flour
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2 cups milk
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Evenly season both sides of the pork chops with ¾ teaspoon seasoned salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper, then set aside.
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In three separate shallow bowls, place: half the flour in one; the remaining flour, crushed saltines, 1 teaspoon seasoned salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in the second; whisk eggs, milk, and hot sauce in the third until combined.
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Working one at a time, dip each pork chop first into the plain flour and shake off excess, then into the egg mixture allowing excess to drip off, and finally press thoroughly into the seasoned cracker flour mixture, ensuring full coverage. Place on a sheet tray and repeat.
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Heat shortening in a large skillet over medium heat to approximately 350°F, ensuring oil depth reaches about ¼ inch. Fry pork chops without crowding for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 160°F. Drain excess oil on paper towels. Cook in batches if necessary.
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Reserve ¼ cup of the cooking oil and discard excess. Return reserved oil to skillet over medium-low heat, whisk in ¼ cup flour until smooth, and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
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Plate the fried pork chops and generously spoon the white gravy over them. Serve immediately.
# Extra Tips:
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Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure pork chops reach an internal temperature of 160°F. Pound thicker chops to ½ inch for even cooking. Shortening or lard provides best frying results over cooking oil.