Crispy Pork Milanese

This Crispy Pork Milanese is golden, crunchy, and juicy — a quick Italian-inspired dinner that tastes restaurant-quality at home!

🧂 Ingredients

For the pork:

• 4 boneless pork chops (about ½ inch thick)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 ½ cups breadcrumbs (Italian-style or panko for extra crunch)
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Vegetable oil (for frying)

For serving (optional but delicious):

• Lemon wedges
• Fresh arugula or salad greens
• Cherry tomatoes, halved
• Shaved Parmesan

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🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the pork:

   • Place pork chops between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper.
   • Pound lightly with a meat mallet or rolling pin until about ¼ inch thick.
   • Season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. Set up your breading station:

   • Place flour in one shallow bowl.
   • In a second bowl, whisk eggs with 1 tablespoon of water.
   • In a third bowl, combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan.

3. Coat the pork:

   • Dredge each pork chop in flour (shake off excess).
   • Dip into the egg mixture.
   • Press into the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.

4. Fry:

   • Heat about ¼ inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Once hot, fry pork chops for about 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
   • Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate to drain excess oil.

5. Serve:

   • Plate the pork with a handful of arugula, cherry tomatoes, and shaved Parmesan.
   • Squeeze a little lemon juice on top for brightness.

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💡 Tips

• Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
• Don’t overcrowd the pan — cook in batches if needed.
• You can bake instead of frying: 425°F (220°C) for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway.