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    Pork Milanese with Tomatoes and Garlic

    Published: Oct 20, 2020 · Modified: Sep 8, 2022 by Susie Weinrich · This post may contain affiliate links. 1 Comment

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    Pork Milanese is a fancy name for something that is actually really simple.. breaded and pan fried pork! It is a traditional Italian dish that can be made with veal or pork. In this Pork Milanese recipe we are using center cut boneless pork cutlets that have been pounded thin and breaded with panko, seasonings, parmesan, and lemon zest.

    pork milanese on a platter topped with tomatoes and garlic

    You get a deliciously seasoned and crispy pork cutlet. Then the dish is finished with a pan roasted tomato, garlic, and basil relish.

    It is easy enough to make and serve on a weeknight, but nice enough to serve to guests with a really great red wine and some Instant Pot Risotto or mushroom risotto!

    If pork isn’t your jam, check out this recipe for Chicken Parmesan, it has a lot of the same flavors.

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    1 Pan Fried Pork
    2 Steps for Making Pork Milanese
    3 Serving
    4 Variations
    5 More Dinner Recipes To Love
    6 Did you make this recipe?!
    7 Pork Milanese with Tomatoes & Garlic

    Pan Fried Pork

    In this recipe you are pan frying your breaded pork. If I have one piece of advice to give…DON’T OVERCOOK YOUR PORK CUTLET.

    Pork cutlets are best cooked to a medium which is about 145 degrees internal temp. I found that if you cook your thin pork chops 2 minutes per side on medium high heat they turn out perfect!

    Steps for Making Pork Milanese

    1. Start by pounding your pork cutlets to about ⅓ inch thick. This will help them pan fry faster, without burning the breading.
    2. Brush the pork cutlets with dijon mustard and then dip in the breading mixture, pressing the panko onto the pork.
    raw pork cutlets, a plate of dijon mustard, and a plate of panko for breading pork milanese

    3. In a pan add ¼ cup olive oil and warm over medium heat. Saute the pork cutlets for about 2 minutes per side. Let rest while you make the tomato relish.

    crispy fried pork cutlets

    4. Wipe out the pan and then add the 2 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Saute the tomato and garlic for 1 minute. Sprinkle in the lemon zest and basil, saute for 30 more seconds.

    tomato garlic and basil in a skillet

    Serving

    Serve your crispy Pork Milanese topped with the tomato relish over a bed of arugula that is dressed with your favorite vinaigrette. You can also serve some lemon wedges on the side.

    A side of creamy instant pot risotto or cheesy rice is great too!

    Variations

    I love a recipe that can be changed to suit taste buds… like kid’s picky taste buds! Here are a few ideas:

    • Use Italian Bread Crumbs instead of panko
    • Season with the herbs and spices you prefer
    • Make with chicken or veal
    • Serve nestled in your favorite marinara sauce
    • For a brighter flavor finish with a big squeeze of fresh lemon juice

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    Pork Milanese with Tomatoes & Garlic

    A delicious recipe for breaded and pan fried pork cutlets that are topped with a flavorful tomato, garlic and basil relish.
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 4 people
    Author: Susie Weinrich

    Ingredients

    Pork Milanese

    • 4 pork cutlets center cut
    • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
    • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon each : dried basil and dried oregano
    • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
    • 3 tablespoon dijon mustard
    • ¼ cup olive oil

    Tomatoes & Garlic

    • 2 tbsp butter
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
    • 2 fresh garlic cloves. thinly sliced
    • 2 tablespoon fresh chopped or torn basil (can use parsley instead of basil)
    • ½ teaspoon lemon zest

    Serving

    • arugula dressed lightly with vinaigrette, lemon wedges **Both are optional
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    Instructions

    • Lightly pound the pork cutlets with a meat tenderizer or meat mallet until they are about ⅓ inch thick.
    • On a plate combine the breading ingredients – panko, parmesan, garlic, dried basil, dried oregano, lemon zest and salt.
      On a second plate spoon out 3 tablespoons of dijon mustard.
      Place the pork cutlets on a third plate.
      Tip- also grab a baking sheet to place the pork on once it is breaded.
    • Rub or brush a pork cutlet on all sides with the dijon mustard, place it in the breading mixture and press the panko on all sides. Give it a very light shake and then place on the baking sheet or clean plate.
      Repeat with all the pork cutlets.
    • In a skillet over medium heat add the olive oil. Once it is hot add the pork cutlets and cook about 2 minutes per side. you want the pork to have an internal temp of 140-145 degrees.
      Set the pork aside to rest.
    • Wipe out the skillet with a paper towel then place back over medium heat. Add the butter and olive oil.
    • Add in the tomatoes and garlic, saute for 1 minute. Sprinkle in the basil and lemon zest, saute for another 30 seconds. Remove from the heat.
    • Serve the Pork Milanese topped with the tomato garlic mixture. Place the pork on a bed of arugula that is lightly dressed with your favorite vinaigrette.

    Notes:

    SIDE DISHES: This is excellent served with Risotto or cheesy rice!
    Did you try this recipe? Connect with me & let me know how it turned out by commenting below!
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    Susie Weinrich is the recipe developer, food photographer, and content creator behind Mom's Dinner. She has over 20 years experience in the food industry. Currently, Susie shares all her recipes and food knowledge on Mom's Dinner. You will find her recipes are easy to follow and full of tips and tricks to make sure the recipe you are making turns out perfect!

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    1. Andrea Howe

      October 20, 2020 at 9:41 am

      5 stars
      I love me some pork chops, especially if they’re breaded! My mom used to make them all the time when I was a kid. I love this idea of adding the yummy tomato topping to really elevate the dish.

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