Carrageenan Free Paleo Crispy Pork Chops with Apple Slaw
Crispy, golden pork chops paired with a bright, tangy apple slaw — this is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels like a restaurant plate without any of the fuss. The coating comes together with almond flour and tapioca starch, delivering a genuinely crunchy crust that holds up beautifully in the pan without relying on any processed additives or thickeners that can sneak carrageenan into your meals. Avocado oil brings the heat for a deep, even sear, and the smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder in the breading make every bite seriously savory. While the chops rest, the slaw — shredded cabbage, julienned Granny Smith apple, and carrot tossed in a honey-apple cider vinegar dressing — softens just enough to become silky and refreshing. That sweet-tart crunch alongside the smoky pork is a combination that genuinely earns its place on the plate. Everything here is whole-food and straightforward, so you can skip the label-reading anxiety that comes with store-bought coatings or pre-made slaws. It's a clean, satisfying meal that proves eating without compromise doesn't mean eating without flavor.
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4 servings
For the apple slaw
- 2 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 large granny smith apple, cored and julienned or coarsely grated
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and julienned or coarsely grated
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
For the pork chops
- 4 boneless pork chops (about 6 oz each, ¾-inch thick)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 3 tbsp tapioca starch
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tbsp avocado oil
Instructions
- 1
Make the slaw dressing: in a large mixing bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until combined.
- 2
Add the shredded cabbage, apple, and carrot to the bowl and toss well to coat. Set aside to marinate for at least 10 minutes while you prepare the pork chops — the cabbage will soften slightly and the flavors will meld.
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