CRISPY PORK TENDERLOIN SANDWICHES

Crispy Pork Tenderloin Sandwiches image

This breaded tenderloin rekindles memories of a sandwich shop in my Ohio hometown. Even though I've moved away, I'm happy to say my family can still enjoy them thanks to this recipe. -Erin Fitch, Sherrills Ford, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
3 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
1/2 pound pork tenderloin
2 tablespoons canola oil
4 hamburger buns or kaiser rolls, split
Optional toppings: Lettuce leaves, tomato and pickle slices, and mayonnaise

Steps:

In a shallow bowl, mix flour, salt and pepper. Place egg in another shallow bowl. Combine bread crumbs and place in a third shallow bowl., Cut tenderloin crosswise into 4 slices; pound each with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness. Dip in flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg, then in crumb mixture, patting to help adhere., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook pork 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove from pan; drain on paper towels. Serve in buns, with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 506mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges