Yeast Free Paleo Crispy Pork Chops with Apple Slaw
Crispy, golden pork chops paired with a bright, tangy apple slaw — this is the kind of meal that feels indulgent but is built entirely from clean, whole ingredients. The coating uses almond flour and tapioca starch instead of traditional breadcrumbs, which means you get that satisfying crunch without any wheat, gluten, or yeast-based fillers hiding in the crust. Smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder give the breading serious depth, while avocado oil in a hot skillet locks in a deep golden crust that holds up beautifully on the plate. The apple slaw is the real secret weapon here — shredded cabbage, julienned Granny Smith apple, and carrot get tossed in a honey and apple cider vinegar dressing that softens just enough while you prep the chops, creating a refreshing, lightly sweet contrast to the savory pork. Everything comes together with simple pantry staples and no fermented or leavened ingredients to navigate, making it a genuinely stress-free dinner for anyone avoiding yeast. It's the kind of weeknight plate that looks like you put in way more effort than you actually did.
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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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