Pork Chop Milanese with Arugula and Teardrop Tomatoes

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   1 Remove the bones from the pork chops.

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   Using a meat mallet, carefully pound the pork chops until they are uniformly 1/4 inch thick.

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   Season the pork chops with salt and pepper.

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   Dip each chop into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off.

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   Dredge each chop in the bread crumbs and set on a plate.

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   2 In a 14- to 16-inch saute pan, heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil over medium heat until just smoking.

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   Add the butter and allow it to foam for 10 to 15 seconds.

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   Place the chops in the pan and cook until light golden brown on one side, about 5 minutes.

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   Using tongs, carefully turn the chops and cook on the other side until light golden brown, about 5 more minutes.

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    Add more oil if necessary, 1/2 tablespoon at a time, to avoid scorching the breading.

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    3 In a large bowl, combine the arugula and tomatoes.

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    Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil, the lemon juice, and salt and pepper and toss to coat the greens.

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    4 Place one pork chop on each of four warmed dinner plates.

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    Divide the arugula salad evenly among the plates, place a lemon wedge on each plate, and serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.