These irresistibly juicy Carolina-Style Pork Chops are marinated in a slightly spiced buttermilk concoction before undergoing a detailed dredging procedure that results in a flavorful, crispy exterior. Fried to an ideal golden brown, these pork chops make for an ultimate casual family dinner or a re...
Prepare the pork chops by patting them dry with paper towels.
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Mix the buttermilk and hot sauce together in a bowl.
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Place the pork chops in the buttermilk mixture, making sure they are fully coated. Allow them to marinate for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
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In a separate large plastic bag or shallow bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, seasoned salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and paprika until well combined.
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Remove the pork chops from the buttermilk mixture, allowing the excess to drip off. Add the pork chops to the seasoned flour mixture. Ensure they are fully coated, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Refrigerate the coated chops for 15 minutes to set the flour.
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Heat the canola oil in a pan over medium high heat. The oil should be about 2 inches deep in the pan.
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Fry the pork chops until they are a golden brown color on both sides, approximately 4 to 5 minutes per side. Once fried, carefully remove them from the oil and drain any excess oil on a paper towel lined plate.