Country Fried Pork Chops Bacon Gravy (Print Format)

Golden fried pork chops marinated in buttermilk, served with rich and creamy bacon gravy for the ultimate Southern comfort meal.

# Ingredients:

→ For the pork chops

01 - 4 bone-in pork chops, about 1-inch thick
02 - 250ml buttermilk for marinating
03 - 125g all-purpose flour
04 - 1 teaspoon salt
05 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
06 - ½ teaspoon paprika
07 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
08 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
09 - 60ml vegetable oil for frying

→ For the bacon gravy

10 - 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
11 - 30g unsalted butter
12 - 16g all-purpose flour
13 - 360ml whole milk
14 - ½ teaspoon salt
15 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

# Steps:

01 - Place your pork chops in a shallow dish and pour the buttermilk over them, making sure they're completely covered. Let them marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature - this tenderizes the meat and adds incredible flavor.
02 - In a separate shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix everything together well - this is your flavor-packed coating that'll give you that perfect golden crust.
03 - Pour your vegetable oil into a large skillet and heat it over medium temperature until it shimmers and looks ready. You want it hot enough to sizzle when the pork hits it, but not smoking.
04 - Remove each pork chop from the buttermilk, letting the excess drip off, then dredge thoroughly in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess. Carefully place in the hot oil and fry for 4-5 minutes per side until they're gorgeously golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
05 - In a clean skillet, cook your chopped bacon over medium heat until it's beautifully crisp and all that delicious fat has rendered out. Transfer the crispy bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, but keep all that flavorful bacon fat in the pan.
06 - Add butter to the bacon fat in the skillet and let it melt completely. Stir in the flour and cook for about a minute, stirring constantly, to create a smooth roux that will thicken your gravy perfectly.
07 - Gradually whisk in the milk, making sure to get out any lumps for a silky smooth gravy. Season with salt and pepper, then let it simmer for several minutes until it thickens to the perfect consistency. Stir in those crispy bacon bits for texture and flavor.
08 - Generously ladle that warm, rich bacon gravy over your crispy fried pork chops and serve immediately. This is comfort food at its absolute finest - crispy, creamy, and completely irresistible!

# Tips:

01 - The buttermilk marinade is key to tender, flavorful pork chops - it breaks down the proteins and adds a subtle tang that pairs perfectly with the bacon gravy.
02 - Don't skip the paper towel step after frying - it helps keep your pork chops crispy by removing excess oil.
03 - The bacon fat is liquid gold for your gravy - it adds incredible smoky flavor that you just can't get any other way.
04 - This classic Southern dish pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, biscuits, or green beans for the ultimate comfort meal.
05 - Make sure your oil is at the right temperature - too hot and the outside burns before the inside cooks, too cool and you'll get greasy chops.

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