Teochew Style Fried Pork Chops (潮州炸猪排)

潮州炸猪排 (Teochew Style Fried Pork Chops) is a classic dish from Chaoshan (Teochew) Cuisine, known for its simple yet flavorful cooking style. The pork chops are marinated, coated with a crispy batter, and then fried to perfection, resulting in a deliciously tender and juicy dish.

Teochew Style Fried Pork Chops (潮州炸猪排)

Ingredients

  • 4 pork chops
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the salt and ground white pepper. Rub the mixture onto both sides of the pork chops and let them marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. In separate shallow dishes, place the cornstarch, all-purpose flour, and beaten eggs.
  3. Dip each pork chop into the cornstarch, then the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
  4. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the pork chops for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Remove the pork chops from the pan and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  6. Serve the Teochew Style Fried Pork Chops hot with steamed rice and your favorite vegetables.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Shallow dishes Frying pan Tongs Paper towels

Tools

Knife Cutting board Bowls Measuring spoons Measuring cups

Serving suggestions

Teochew Style Fried Pork Chops are best served with steamed rice, stir-fried vegetables, and a side of pickled radish.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a dash of five-spice powder to the breadcrumb coating for an aromatic twist.

Cost

$12