**Fried Pork Chops Chinese Style: A Culinary Journey into Flavor and Simplicity**
In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes capture the essence of comfort and satisfaction quite like fried pork chops, Chinese style. Originating from the vibrant culinary traditions of China, this dish tantalizes taste buds with its delectable flavors and unassuming simplicity. The key to this culinary masterpiece lies in the careful selection of pork chops, sliced to an ideal thickness that ensures tenderness and flavor. Marinated in a symphony of savory ingredients, including soy sauce, rice wine, and aromatic spices, these pork chops embark on a journey of flavor enhancement. Once coated in a delicate cornstarch batter, they are skillfully fried until golden brown, achieving a crispy exterior that yields to a succulent and juicy interior. Accompanied by a medley of stir-fried vegetables, this dish promises a delightful balance of textures and flavors, making it a staple in Chinese households and a beloved favorite among food enthusiasts worldwide. This article presents a collection of meticulously crafted recipes that guide you through the art of preparing this timeless classic, ensuring a culinary experience that is both pleasurable and unforgettable.
SHANGHAI-STYLE PORK CHOPS
Shanghai pork chops are fried until crispy and served with a tangy, spicy dipping sauce, and this recipe was re-created from Judy's childhood street food memories.
Provided by Judy
Categories Pork
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Rinse the pork tenderloin and pat it dry with a kitchen towel or paper towel. Slice the pork about 2 inches thick on a 30-degree angle. Then pound the meat to about ½-inch thick using a rolling pin or the back of your knife. Be careful not to pound it too thin.
- Marinate the pork chops with 2 beaten eggs, ½ teaspoon white pepper powder, 2 tablespoons light soy sauce, 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine, 1½ tablespoons oyster sauce, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch. Mix everything well, and marinate for 30 minutes. (Move it to the refrigerator if you're making this in the summer months.)
- Now prepare the dipping sauce. Add 1½ tablespoons light soy sauce, 1 tablespoon black vinegar, ½ teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 3 tablespoons water, and chili oil to taste. Stir and set aside.
- Add the vegetable oil to a deep pan for frying, at a depth of about 1 inch. Preheat it using low heat. While that's happening, quickly beat 2 eggs in a large bowl. In another bowl, add ½ cup all-purpose flour, and add 1½ cups panko to another large plate.
- Take the pork chop, lightly coat it with flour, then quickly dip it in the beaten egg. Next, dredge it in the panko to coat. Do your best to press the panko flakes into the pork chop to achieve a thick coating. Repeat until all of the pork is coated.
- Now turn the heat to medium high, and make sure the oil comes up to 350 degrees F. Fry the pork chops in batches for about 1½ minutes on each side. They're done once the crust turns golden brown. Don't over-fry the pork chops. Most people overcook their pork. They should be juicy! In between batches, transfer the pork to a wire rack or plate lined with paper towels.
- To serve, cut the pork chop in large strips, and enjoy it with the dipping sauce you prepared.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 35 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 237 mg, Sodium 754 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHINESE FRIED PORK CHOPS
Satisfy your appetite and budget with these flavorful, juicy-on-the-inside, crispy-on-the-outside Chinese fried pork chops for dinner. {Gluten-Free Adaptable}To make the dish gluten-free, use dry sherry instead of Shaoxing wine, and use tamari to replace soy sauce.
Provided by Maggie Zhu
Categories Main
Time 2h30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Using a meat tenderizer or the back of a heavy knife, beat the pork chops until they are 1/4" (1/2 cm) thick. (Optional: cut 4 or 5 slits along the edge of the pork chops. This will help prevent the pork chops from curling while cooking). Spread the pork chops into a large ziplock bag (gallon bags work the best) with as little overlapping as possible. Or you can use appropriately sized tupperware containers.
- Mix the marinade ingredients in a small bowl and stir to combine. If you do not use a ziplock bag, you need to double the marinade so you have enough to cover the pork. Pour the marinade over the pork chops. Squeeze out as much air as possible from the bag and seal it. Massage the bag so that the marinade covers all sides. Marinate in the fridge for 2 to 4 hours. (*Footnote 4)
- Add 2" (5 cm) oil into a tall pan (or a fryer) that's just big enough to fit the pork. Heat the oil to 350°F (176°C) over medium-high heat. Add the sweet potato starch onto a plate and spread it into an even layer. Prepare a rack-lined tray or a plate with a paper towel.
- Remove the pork chops from the marinade but do not dry them off. One at a time, lay a pork chop into the starch and press down gently, then flip and press again. Scoop the starch around the edges and over any bare spots and press lightly so that the chop is fully coated. Shake off the excess starch from the pork.
- Gently lower the pork chop into the oil. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until the chop is just becoming golden brown, flipping occasionally for even cooking and color. Remove the chop and lay it on the rack or towel-lined plate. Repeat with the remaining chops. Note, the oil temperature might drop after frying. It's the best to measure the temperature after frying each chop and reheat the oil in between if needed, to produce a consistent result.
- Once all the chops are cooked, bring the oil up to 375°F (190°C). Starting with the first chop that was fried, fry the chops again for 1 minute each, until they reach a deep golden brown color. Transfer the chops to the cooling rack or a fresh paper towel again.
- Allow the refried chops to cool slightly. Then slice and serve hot as a main dish.
- To store the pork chops, let them cool completely before transferring them to a container. Store them in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- To reheat the refrigerated pork chops, place them in a 450°F (230°C) oven until heated through, 5 minutes or so. Flip once in between. Or you can reheat them in an air fryer.
- To reheat the frozen pork chops, reheat them directly in a 350°F (176°C) oven until heated through. No thawing needed.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 391 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 29.9 g, Fat 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 83 mg, Sodium 312 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
FRIED PORK CHOP
This pork chop is so good you'll say it tastes like heaven!
Provided by CHS_GRAD_2010
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Combine flour, seasoning salt, salt and pepper in a paper or plastic bag. Place pork chops into the bag, and shake to coat.
- When the oil is nice and hot, shake off excess flour from pork chops, and fry in the hot oil. Cook on each side for about 4 to 5 minutes, or until golden on the outside, and juices run clear.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.9 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Cholesterol 32.4 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 284.4 mg
CHINESE PORK FRIED RICE
Pretty peas and crunchy carrots add color to tender poultry and rice in this savory supper recipe sent by Peggy Vaught of Glasgow, West Virginia.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute the pork, carrot, broccoli, peas and onion in butter until pork is no longer pink. Remove from skillet and set aside. , In same skillet, cook and stir egg over medium heat until completely set. Stir in the rice, soy sauce, garlic powder, ginger and pork mixture; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 163mg cholesterol, Sodium 597mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHINESE STYLE FRIED PORK CHOPS
Savory with just a hint of sweetness, this pork chop is one of my husband's favorites. It whips up in no time and served with a quickly stir-fried veggie and rice, it makes a complete meal in under 30 minutes.
Provided by Mom4Life
Categories Pork
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Tenderize meat pork with a meat mallet. If you're short on time, pound to at least 1/4 inch thickness or thinner.
- Mix together all the ingredients except cornstarch and oil and pour over pork. Allow to marinate for 30 minutes. (I've marinated it as long as 1 day and as little as 10 minutes.).
- Just before frying, pour cornstarch on top of pork and stir into marinade.
- Heat enough oil in a large skillet to cover bottom. Place pork in pan when oil begins to shimmer. Cook pork chops over med-high heat until cooked through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.8, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 183.8, Sodium 670.8, Carbohydrate 14.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 2.2, Protein 43.4
CHINESE PORK CHOPS
This is a great and easy way to add flavor to pork chops, and it is always a hit at family gatherings. Just take a few minutes to make the marinade and let it sit for several hours. If cooking in the oven, set at 350 degrees F and cook for 30 minutes, or until done.
Provided by Ben
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Boneless
Time 8h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice, vegetable oil, ginger, and garlic powder. Set aside some of the mixture in a separate bowl for marinating during cooking. Pierce the pork chops on both sides with a fork, place in a large resealable plastic bag, and cover with the remaining marinade mixture. Refrigerate 6 to 8 hours.
- Preheat the grill for high heat.
- Lightly oil the grill grate. Discard marinade, and grill pork chops 6 to 8 minutes per side, or to desired doneness, marinating often with the reserved portion of the marinade.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Cholesterol 47.6 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 1235 mg, Sugar 9.4 g
Tips:
- Use a meat mallet to tenderize the pork chops before cooking. This will help them cook more evenly and prevent them from becoming tough.
- Make sure the pork chops are completely dry before frying them. This will help them brown evenly and prevent them from sticking to the pan.
- Use a heavy-bottomed skillet or wok for frying the pork chops. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
- Heat the oil in the skillet or wok over medium-high heat before adding the pork chops. This will help them sear quickly and prevent them from sticking.
- Cook the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through. Do not overcook them, or they will become tough.
- Serve the pork chops immediately with your favorite sides.
Conclusion:
Fried pork chops are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following these tips, you can make sure that your fried pork chops turn out perfectly every time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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