Fried Pork Chops - Latin Style Recipe

Name: Fried Pork Chops - Latin Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 thin cut bone in pork chops; 2 limes, juice of; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped (or mashed in a mortar and pestle); salt & fresh ground pepper; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/2 cup white vinegar; 6 cups water; canola oil (for frying, about 1 cup)

Servings: persons

1
In large bowl, add pork chops, vinegar and water. Let sit for 10 minutes. Rinse well, pat dry, and place in ziploc bag or lg. bowl.
2
Add lime juice, soy sauce, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Toss to combine. Let marinade at least 30 minutes preferably overnight. The longer they marinade the better they will taste. Note: If marinating 1 hour or less you can leave them out at room temperature. If marinating over 1 hour or more refrigerate then bring to room temperature before cooking.
3
In large frying pan on medium heat, add canola oil and 1 teaspoons sugar (other teaspoons is for next batch). When oil is hot and sugar turns a dark brown color (careful not to burn) add 4 pork chops. Cover and cook for 4 minutes. Flip pork chops, cover and cook for 2 minutes. Remove cover and cook for 1 minute. Remove pork chops and drain on plate lined with paper towels, add 1 more teaspoons sugar to oil, heat and repeat process with remaining pork chops.

675

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 thin cut bone in pork chops, 2 limes, juice of, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped (or mashed in a mortar and pestle), and more.

Yes, Fried Pork Chops - Latin Style falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Fried Pork Chops - Latin Style

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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