Paleo Pork Tonkatsu
Discover a healthier twist on a Japanese classic with our Paleo Pork Tonkatsu recipe! Perfectly tender pork chops are coated in a flavorful blend of almond and coconut flour, seasoned with garlic and onion powder for a gluten-free, grain-free coating that crisps up beautifully in coconut oil. With just 15 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, this dish is ready in no time, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or a special paleo-friendly treat. Serve it golden-brown with a side of tangy Paleo tonkatsu sauce and a squeeze of fresh lemon for a bright finishing touch. Packed with flavor and free of refined ingredients, this dish is a delicious way to enjoy the comforting taste of tonkatsu while sticking to a paleo lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork chops
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 0.25 cup coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cup coconut oil
- 1 optional lemon wedges
- 0.5 cup Paleo tonkatsu sauce
Instructions
Place each pork chop between two pieces of plastic wrap. Firmly pound each chop with a meat mallet until about 1/2 inch thick.
In a shallow bowl, mix the almond flour, coconut flour, sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.
Dredge each pork chop in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, ensuring completely coated, and finally back into the flour mixture. Set aside on a plate.
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
Add the coated pork chops to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the pork chops from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serve the Paleo Pork Tonkatsu warm with optional lemon wedges and Paleo tonkatsu sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
534 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.1 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.9 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 165 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 778 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 568 mg | 12% | |
*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.
