Tired of wasting the crushed-up crackers at the bottom of the box? Put them to good use with this tasty Bottom-of-the-Box Crushed Cracker Pork recipe.
Check out the recipe from Smithfield® below to make your next dinner a slam dunk.
| Total Time | Skill Level | Servings |
|---|---|---|
| 30 mins | Beginner | 4 |
Ingredients
| Smithfield® Pork Tenderloin | 1 lb. |
| Egg, beaten | 1 |
| Steak sauce | 1 Tbsp. |
| Garlic powder | 1 Tsp. |
| Cheese crackers, finely crushed | 1 cup(s) |
| Vegetable oil, divided | 2 Tbsp. |
Instructions
- Combine egg, steak sauce and garlic powder in a shallow dish.
- Place crushed crackers in another shallow dish.
- Cut tenderloin crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
- Pound or flatten slices with the heal of your hand to 1/4-inch thickness.
- Dip each slice first into egg mixture, then cracker crumbs, turning to coat.
- Heat one tablespoon of oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Add half of pork slices and cook 4 to 5 minutes per side or until browned.
- Repeat with remaining oil and pork slices (or use 2 skillets at one time).
Tips to Stretch Your Dollar
Slice up leftover pork tenderloins and add to a salad! Store refrigerated in an airtight container for maximum freshness, and reheat in the oven to reduce sogginess.
In need of more inspiration for your next family meal? Smithfield Foods’ large portfolio of products, including Smithfield® Bacon, Nathan’s Famous® Beef Franks and Eckrich® Smoked Sausage, can meet your household’s needs for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even snack time.
