Description
This Pork Milanese with Lemon Parmesan Arugula offers mouthwatering flavors and a satisfying crunch. It’s an easy homemade meal that’s perfect for a quick dinner or a comforting feast with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces boneless pork loin chops pound to ½ inch thick
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- 1 cup seasoned panko bread crumbs
- 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 to 8 cups arugula greens
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch pepper
- 1 to 2 pieces lemons juiced
- 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly shaved parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Pound the Pork: Use a meat tenderizer to gently pound the pork chops until they're about ½ inch thick, and season each side with kosher salt and pepper.
- Prepare the Breading: Lightly beat the eggs in one bowl. In another bowl, combine the seasoned panko bread crumbs and freshly grated parmesan cheese.
- Coat the Chops: Dip each pork chop into the egg, ensuring full coating, then transfer to the breadcrumb mixture and press gently.
- Heat the Oil: Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the pork chops for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, reaching an internal temperature of 145°F. Remove and let rest.
- Make the Salad: Place arugula in a bowl and toss gently with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Dress the Arugula: Squeeze lemon juice over the arugula and drizzle with olive oil. Toss well.
- Finish the Salad: Add freshly shaved parmesan cheese to the arugula and toss gently again.
- Serve Together: Slice the rested pork and plate it over the lemon arugula. Serve immediately.
Notes
Pound the pork evenly for optimal cooking results.
You can adjust the amount of lemon juice based on your taste preference.
For extra flavor in the salad, consider adding cherry tomatoes or avocado.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
