Bada-Bing Pork Chops

Ingredients

• 3 pork chops, trimmed
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• For the sauce:
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions

1. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper. Place the flour, eggs, and panko breadcrumbs into separate shallow bowls.
2. Dredge the pork chops in the flour, followed by the eggs, and then the panko breadcrumbs. Make sure to coat the pork chops evenly with each ingredient.
3. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and fry for 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp.
4. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce. In a bowl, whisk together the ketchup, honey, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
5. Once the pork chops are cooked, reduce the heat to low, then pour the sauce over the pork chops. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Serve the pork chops with the sauce spooned over the top.

Interesting Facts

• Pork chops are a great source of protein and other essential vitamins and minerals.
• This recipe calls for panko breadcrumbs, which are Japanese-style breadcrumbs that are larger and more airy than traditional breadcrumbs.
• The sauce in this dish is a classic sweet-and-spicy combination with a hint of garlic.