Cajun Style Country Fried Pork Steaks
Crispy, golden, and packed with bold Southern flair, these Cajun Style Country Fried Pork Steaks are a mouthwatering twist on comfort food that will delight your taste buds. Coated in a flavorful blend of Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic, and onion powder, the pork steaks are double-dredged in a buttermilk and flour mixture for an irresistibly crunchy crust. Perfectly pan-fried to golden perfection, each steak is juicy on the inside with just the right amount of spice. Garnished with fresh parsley and ideal for pairing with creamy mashed potatoes or crisp coleslaw, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a hearty, Southern-inspired main dish that’s bursting with flavor. With only 20 minutes of prep and easy-to-follow steps, it’s the perfect centerpiece for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a special weekend feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Pork steaks
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1.5 cups Buttermilk
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the pork steaks dry with paper towels and set aside.
In a shallow bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. This will be your dredge mixture.
In another shallow bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs. If desired, add the hot sauce for extra heat.
Dip each pork steak into the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Then dip it into the buttermilk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat it again in the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure good coverage. Place the coated pork steaks on a baking sheet or plate.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or cast-iron pan over medium heat. You’ll want about 1/4 inch of oil in the pan.
Once the oil reaches 350°F (use a thermometer for accuracy), carefully place the pork steaks in the skillet, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook each steak for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Once cooked, remove the pork steaks from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Garnish the fried pork steaks with chopped parsley and serve hot with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or coleslaw.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 527.0 g | 676% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.1 g | 500% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 269.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 9321 mg | 405% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 219.6 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.7 g | ||
| Protein | 211.9 g | 424% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 657 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 21.3 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 3566 mg | 76% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
