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5 from 2 votes

Pork Tenderloin Sandwich

I used to love getting one of these sandwiches at my hometown Morel Mountain Mushroom Festival! It’ll always be a fried favorite!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pork, sandwich
Calories: 380kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 1-1 ½ lb boneless pork tenderloin
  • 10 oz box Kentucky Colonel Seasoned Flour
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 4 buns
  • 1-2 cup oil for frying
  • Dressing options: lettuce, tomato, mayo

Instructions

  • Pound the pork tenderloin to ½” thickness and snip the fat cap 2-3 times. Salt and pepper both sides.
  • Create a dredging station: bowl 1 Kentucky colonel seasoning; bowl 2 whisked together egg and buttermilk; bowl 3 crushed saltines. Heat oil in a large skillet on high heat to 350°F. Dip each pork tenderloin in the seasoning, shaking off any excess, then the egg wash, then the saltines. Lastly, sprinkle 1-2 tablespoon of the Kentucky colonel seasoning on both sides.
  • Fry the tenderloin 2-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and has an internal temp of 145°F. Remove to a wired rack and rest for 3 minutes. 
  • Assemble your sandwich with a toasted bun and your favorite toppings

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Nutrition

Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 15g
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