Name: Delicious and Crispy Indiana Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwich Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into 4 equal pieces; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 cup breadcrumbs; Salt and pepper to taste; 4 hamburger buns; Toppings of choice (lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, mustard, mayo)

Delicious and Crispy Indiana Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwich Recipe

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Indulge in the crispy, breaded goodness of an Indiana staple with this authentic recipe for a breaded pork tenderloin sandwich. A tender piece of pork is breaded and fried to perfection, then sandwiched between two soft buns with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into 4 equal pieces
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup breadcrumbs
Salt and pepper to taste
4 hamburger buns
Toppings of choice (lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, mustard, mayo)

Directions

Pound the pork tenderloin pieces until they are about 1/4 inch thick.
Season the pork with salt and pepper.
Dredge each piece of pork in flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat in breadcrumbs.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the breaded pork pieces until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
Toast the hamburger buns and assemble the sandwiches with the breaded pork tenderloin and toppings of choice.
Serve hot and enjoy the crispy and satisfying flavors of this Indiana classic!

Interesting Facts

The Indiana breaded pork tenderloin sandwich is a beloved dish in the state, with many restaurants and diners offering their own unique twist on the classic recipe.

The sandwich is said to have originated in Indiana in the 1900s as a way to make the most out of a small piece of pork tenderloin by pounding it thin and breading it for a filling meal.