Country Fried Beef Chops
Indulge in the comforting taste of Country Fried Beef Chops, a delightful Southern dish that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. This recipe features tender beef chops marinated in creamy buttermilk, then coated in a flavorful blend of spices and fried to golden perfection. Whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, these crispy beef chops are sure to please everyone at the table. Pair them with classic sides like creamy mashed potatoes or sautéed green beans for a complete meal that brings family and friends together.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in beef chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Marinate the beef chops in buttermilk (and optional hot sauce) for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- In a shallow dish, mix flour with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.
- Remove beef from marinade and dredge in the flour mixture until well-coated. Let rest briefly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each chop for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve hot with optional homemade gravy or your choice of sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beef chop (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg