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Cajun Fried Pork

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mrsbakerskitchen20.1316 hours agoWaivio2 min read
🐖 1 lb pork shoulder, cut into bite-sized pieces 🧄 4 cloves garlic, minced 🧅 ½ onion, sliced 🫑 ½ green bell pepper, sliced 🍋 Juice of 1 lemon 🧂 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning 🌶️ 1 tsp smoked paprika 🧂 ½ tsp salt 🧂 ½ tsp black pepper 🌿 1 tsp dried thyme 🌿 1 tsp dried oregano 🥚 2 eggs, beaten 🥛 ½ cup buttermilk 🌽 1 cup cornstarch 🌾 1 cup all-purpose flour 🛢️ Vegetable oil, for frying

Cajun Fried Pork is a crispy, flavorful dish with bold Cajun seasoning and a perfectly golden crust. The juicy pork is marinated, coated in a well-seasoned breading, and deep-fried to perfection, making it an irresistible dish with a spicy kick.


Ingredients

🐖 1 lb pork shoulder, cut into bite-sized pieces

🧄 4 cloves garlic, minced

🧅 ½ onion, sliced

🫑 ½ green bell pepper, sliced

🍋 Juice of 1 lemon

🧂 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

🌶️ 1 tsp smoked paprika

🧂 ½ tsp salt

🧂 ½ tsp black pepper

🌿 1 tsp dried thyme

🌿 1 tsp dried oregano

🥚 2 eggs, beaten

🥛 ½ cup buttermilk

🌽 1 cup cornstarch

🌾 1 cup all-purpose flour

🛢️ Vegetable oil, for frying


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Instructions

1- Marinate the Pork:

- Place the pork pieces in a bowl and add minced garlic, sliced onion, bell pepper, and lemon juice.

- Season with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, thyme, and oregano.

- Let marinate for at least 30 minutes for maximum flavor.


2- Prepare the Coating:

- In one bowl, whisk eggs and buttermilk together.

- In another bowl, mix cornstarch and all-purpose flour.


3- Coat the Pork:

- Dip each piece of marinated pork into the egg mixture.

- Dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.


4- Heat the Oil:

- In a deep pot or frying pan, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).


5- Fry the Pork:

- Carefully place the coated pork pieces in the hot oil.

- Fry for 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

- Remove from oil and drain on a paper towel.


6- Serve and Enjoy:

- Let the pork rest for a few minutes before serving.

- Pair with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy on its own.


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Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings: 4

Equipment: Mixing bowls, deep fryer or frying pan, tongs, paper towels


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Cooking Tips

- For extra crispiness, double coat the pork by repeating the dredging process.

- Use a thermometer to maintain the oil temperature for even frying.

- Let the fried pork rest on a wire rack instead of paper towels to keep it crispy.

- Adjust Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference.


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Cajun Fried Pork


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