Taiwanese Pork Chops

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 12

Taiwanese Pork Chops: A Classic Pork Dish

by The Chefin Pork

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

380

Sugar

Fat

22g

Taiwanese Pork Chops are a classic pork dish, often enjoyed in Taiwanese restaurants as a popular entrée. The pork chops are marinated in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, garlic, sugar, white wine, and Chinese five spice powder before being fried to a crispy golden brown. The marinade gives the pork chops a unique flavor profile that is slightly sweet and savory. These pork chops can be served with rice, noodles, or vegetables for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, minced garlic, sugar, white wine, and Chinese five spice powder.
2.	In a separate bowl, coat the pork chops with cornstarch.
3.	Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat.
4.	Once the oil is hot, add the pork chops to the skillet and fry until crispy and golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5.	Once done, remove the pork chops from the skillet and drain off any excess oil.
6.	Serve the Taiwanese Pork Chops hot and enjoy!

PROS

Pork chops are an affordable and readily available source of protein.

The crispy exterior and juicy interior of the pork chops are a delicious combination of textures.

The marinade gives the pork chops a unique flavor profile that is both savory and slightly sweet.

CONS

Pork chops are high in saturated fat and calories.

Fried foods can be unhealthy when consumed regularly.

The use of cornstarch in the recipe may not be preferred by some health-conscious individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork chops are a good source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
The use of Chinese five spice powder in the marinade has been linked to several health benefits, including reducing inflammation and aiding digestion.

	4 pork chops , 3/4-inch thick
	2 tablespoons soy sauce
	1 tablespoon minced garlic
	1 tablespoon sugar
	1/2 tablespoon white wine
	1/2 tablespoon Chinese five spice powder
	vegetable oil ( for frying )
	cornstarch