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a fried pork tenderloin sandwich with a bite out of it
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Fried Pork Tenderloin Sandwich

Nothing says comfort food like this easy Fried Pork Tenderloin Sandwich. This breaded pork tenderloin makes an easy 30 minute weeknight meal the family will love.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Resting Time10 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 30 minute meal, easy pork recipe, pork sandwich
Servings: 8
Calories: 325kcal
Author: Julie Clark

Ingredients

  • 2-3 pounds pork tenderloin

Flour Coating

Buttermilk Dip

  • 1 cup buttermilk

For Frying

  • 1/4 cup canola oil (or your favorite oil for frying)

To Make Sandwiches

  • buns
  • tomato slices
  • lettuce
  • red onion

Instructions

Prepare the Pork

  • Pork tenderloin usually comes in two pieces. Slice each piece of pork crosswise into 4 (or 5) chunks.2-3 pounds pork tenderloin
  • Place each piece of pork flat on a cutting board. Start to slice each piece in half, but stop short of doing so, leaving the pork about an inch connected.
  • Open each piece like a book, and use the flat side of a meat mallet to pound each piece of pork flat to about 1/2" thickness.

For the Flour Coating

  • In a bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch and spices. Mix well. 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 2 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • Pour 1 cup of buttermilk into another bowl. 1 cup buttermilk
  • Take a piece of pork tenderloin and dunk it into the buttermilk. Then place the pork in the flour mixture and turn to coat.
  • Place the pork on a plate to rest. The pork should rest for 10 minutes before frying. This helps the coating stay on the pork during cooking.

Fry the Pork

  • Heat 1/4 cup oil over medium heat. When the oil is hot, place the breaded pork in the frying pan and allow it to cook for 3-4 minutes. 1/4 cup canola oil
  • Turn the pork to cook on the other side and cook an additional 3-4 minutes or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit. *The exact timing will depend on how thin you've pounded the pork.*
  • Remove the pork to a wire rack with paper towels underneath to catch drips.

Make the Sandwiches

  • Place a tomato, lettuce and onion on a burger bun. Add the pork tenderloin. Top with your favorite sandwich sauce. Finish off with the top bun.

Notes

I've not tested the fried pork tenderloin in an air fryer, but I'm sure it would work! And you'd save a few calories by skipping the frying.
The calories are based on the recipe making 8 pork tenderloin patties, with 1 serving being 1 patty (no bun or toppings). Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information.**

Nutrition

Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 688mg | Potassium: 626mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 296IU | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 2mg