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Bottom-of-the-Box Crushed Cracker Pork
TOTAL TIME30 mins
SKILL LEVELBeginner
SERVINGS4
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About this RecipeTurn leftover crackers into a crispy, golden crust for tender Smithfield pork chops. This simple, satisfying recipe brings together everyday ingredients for a comforting meal that feels both familiar and fresh.
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Ingredients
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1 lb. Fresh Pork Tenderloin
 
1 Egg, beaten
 
1 tbsp. Steak sauce
 
1 tsp. Garlic powder
 
1 cup Cheese crackers, finely crushed
 
2 tbsps. Vegetable oil, divided
Directions
1.
Combine egg, steak sauce and garlic powder in a shallow dish.
2.
Place crushed crackers in another shallow dish.
3.
Cut tenderloin crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
4.
Pound or flatten slices with the heal of your hand to 1/4-inch thickness.
5.
Dip each slice first into egg mixture, then cracker crumbs, turning to coat.
6.
Heat one tablespoon of oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot.
7.
Add half of pork slices and cook 4 to 5 minutes per side or until browned.
8.
Repeat with remaining oil and pork slices (or use 2 skillets at one time).
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