Crispy Southern Deep Fried Pork Chops Recipe (Thick Cut)

Buttermilk brined deep fried pork chops seasoned with creole spice mix for Southern comfort main dish.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 Bone-In Pork Chops
• 2 cups Buttermilk
• 1/2 tbsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp cayenne
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1--- Brine The Pork Chops ---
2. 2Combine buttermilk and a 1/3 of the spices in a large mixing bowl. Mix the ingredients well. Place pork chops in large sealable ziplock bag then add the brine. Refrigerate overnight.
3. 3--- Prepare the Pork Chops ---
4. 4Remove the chops from the fridge. Prepare a cooling rack (line a baking sheet with a wire rack.
5. 5Remove chops from the bag and let rest on the rack.
6. 6Pre-heat deep fryer to 350F degrees.
7. 7Mix flour, cornmeal, and a third of the spice mix in a bowl. Dredge the chops in the flour mixture and then fry for 4-6 minutes.
8. 8Remove from the fryer and place on the cooling rack. Sprinkle remaining spices on the fried pork chops. Serve.