TASTY PORK NUGGETS

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Through my 30 years of being married to a pork producer, I've come across quite a few wonderful recipes. These nuggets are fabulous finger food for snacks, lunches and dinners.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

1 cup cornflake crumbs
1/3 cup toasted wheat germ
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
1 pound lean boneless pork, cut into 1-inch x 1-1/2-inch cubes
1 cup plain nonfat yogurt

Steps:

Combine the cornflake crumbs, wheat germ, sesame seeds, parsley, paprika, mustard, celery salt, onion powder, lemon-pepper and salt if desired; set aside. , Dip pork cubes in yogurt, then roll in crumb mixture. Arrange pork in a single layer on a baking pan coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 400° for 15-18 minutes or until juices run clear. For a crispier coating, broil for 2-3 minutes after baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 135mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges