PANKO-CRUSTED MUSTARD PORK CUTLETS

Panko-Crusted Mustard Pork Cutlets image

Provided by Snow Pea

Categories Pork

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (Japanese breadcrumbs, found in the Oriental section at most supermarkets)
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon grated fresh lemon, rind of
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 egg
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 (10 ounce) pork cutlets, tenderized,if preferred
3 tablespoons olive oil, more if necessary
lemon wedge (optional)
fresh sage sprig (optional)

Steps:

Combine first 4 ingredients on plate.
Whisk egg and 2 T water in medium bowl to blend.
Whisk mayonnaise and Dijon mustard in small bowl.
Dredge pork cutlets with mayo-mustard mixture; dip into beaten egg, then coat with panko crumb mixture.
Transfer to plate.
Heat oil in heavy medium skillet over med-high heat.
Add pork; cook until no longer pink on inside and crumbs are golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
Garnish with fresh sage, if desired, and serve with lemon wedges.