Keto Pecan-Crusted Pork Chops in the Air Fryer
The recipe is appropriate for a keto diet, low in carbs and using ingredients that fit within the diet's guidelines.
Adapted from Allrecipes, by Bibi
Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 pinch ground cloves
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups finely chopped raw pecans
- 4 bone-in pork chops, 3/4-inch thick
- cooking spray
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Method
- Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F (200 degrees C), about 5 minutes, if directed by the manufacturer.5 min timer
- Combine cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Add egg and whisk until all ingredients are well combined. Place pecans on a plate.
- Dip each pork chop into the egg mixture, then set on the plate with the pecans, pressing pecans firmly onto both sides until coated. Spray the chops on both sides with cooking spray and place in the air fryer basket.
- Cook in the air fryer for 6 minutes. Turn chops carefully with tongs, and air fry until pork is no longer pink in the center, about 6 minutes longer. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.6 min timer
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