Fried Pork Tenderloin Sandwich

Step 1

Pork tenderloin usually comes in two pieces. Slice each piece of pork crosswise into 4 (or chunks.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

In a bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch and spices. Mix well.

Step 5

Pour 1 cup of buttermilk into another bowl.

Step 6

Take a piece of pork tenderloin and dunk it into the buttermilk.

Step 7

Then place the pork in the flour mixture and turn to coat.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

Heat 1/4 cup oil over medium heat.

Step 10

When the oil is hot, place the breaded pork in the frying pan and allow it to cook for 3-4 minutes.

Step 11

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.*

Step 12

Remove the pork to a wire rack with paper towels underneath to catch drips.

Step 13

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.

Step 14

Serve immediately.