11/07/2025
Vietnamese Pork Cutlet
**Ingredients:**
- 1 pound (450g) pork loin, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced shallots
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
**Instructions:**
1. In a mixing bowl, combine fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, black pepper, minced garlic, minced shallots, and cornstarch. Mix well to create a marinade.
2. Add the thinly sliced pork loin to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for more flavor).
3. Set up a breading station: Place the beaten egg in one bowl and the breadcrumbs in another.
4. Remove the marinated pork from the refrigerator. Dip each piece first into the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip off, and then coat with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
5. In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded pork cutlets to the pan. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if necessary.
6. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Adjust the heat as necessary to prevent burning.
7. Remove from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
8. Serve hot, optionally with rice, vegetables, or a dipping sauce of your choice.