Elevate your plant-based dining experience with these irresistible Vegan Crispy Fried Pork Chops, a clever twist on a classic comfort food favorite. Made with tender young green jackfruit, this recipe transforms a humble ingredient into a hearty, satisfying dish that's bursting with flavor and crunch. Coated in a perfectly seasoned blend of flour, nutritional yeast, and smoky spices, then crisped to golden perfection in panko breadcrumbs, these vegan pork chops deliver all the texture you crave without the meat. The quick and easy cooking process, including a homemade vegan buttermilk dip, ensures maximum taste with minimal hassle. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve these golden wonders with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside wholesome sides for a meal that's sure to impress vegans and meat-eaters alike! Keywords: vegan pork chops, crispy fried jackfruit, plant-based comfort food, meat alternative recipes.
Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit thoroughly. Pat dry with a paper towel and set aside.
In a small bowl, combine the non-dairy milk and apple cider vinegar to create a vegan buttermilk mixture. Let it sit for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, cornstarch, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt.
In another shallow dish, place the panko breadcrumbs.
Take each piece of jackfruit and dip it into the vegan buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge it in the flour mixture, ensuring it is coated all around.
Dip the floured jackfruit back into the vegan buttermilk, followed by rolling it in the panko breadcrumbs until fully coated. Gently press the breadcrumbs to adhere.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the breaded jackfruit pieces into the skillet. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
Transfer the fried jackfruit 'pork chops' onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or side dishes.
Calories |
1612 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 63.8 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2929 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.6 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.2 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.8 g | ||
| Protein | 35.2 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 716 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 5675 mg | 121% | |
*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.