Pork Milanese

Recipe Directions

1. For best results, take the pork out of the refrigerator 10 minutes before starting to cook. If you skip this step, you may need to cook the pork longer than this recipe card indicates. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees fahrenheit.
2. Cut open the package of pork loin chops (a) and place on a plate. Season on both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper. Pour the buttermilk marinade (b) over the pork and turn the chops over a few times to coat with buttermilk. Pour about 1/4 of the herb crust (c) over the pork, flip the pork over and pour another 1/4 of the crust on the meat. (Reserve the remaining crust for step #3). Press the pork down to help the crust stick to the pork. Set aside.
3. Pour the remaining herb crust on to a clean plate. Open the container of arancini mix (d). You will have enough of these ingredients to make 2 arancini balls per person. Based on how many servings you ordered, estimate how much of the arancini mix you need to make one ball. Use a spoon to scoop up some arancini mix and roll around in your hand to form into a ball. Place the ball in the herb crust and roll it around to coat all sides, then set aside on a clean plate. Repeat until all of the arancini balls are prepared.
4. Heat a skillet or saute pan over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. When the pan has warmed up, add 1 tbsp of oil or enough to coat the bottom of the pan. Add the breaded pork to the pan. Sear for 2 minutes on each side. Pour the marinara sauce (e) into the pan around the pork. Place the pan in your preheated 425 degree oven. Bake for 4-6 minutes.
5. While the pork is in the oven, place the arancini balls in a skillet or saute pan. Saute for 90 seconds, then use a spatula to turn them over and saute on the other side for 90 seconds. When both sides are cooked, place on a baking tray lined with foil or parchment.
6. Add the zucchini (f) to the baking tray beside the arancini balls. Drizzle 1 tsp of olive oil (per serving) over the zucchini. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Gently stir to coat the zucchini with oil. Place the baking tray of arancini and zucchini in your 425 degree oven and bake for 4 minutes.
7. When the pork is ready, remove from the oven and let it rest on a cutting board.
8. When the arancini balls and zucchini have finished cooking, place them on your serving plates. Slice the pork and serve on the side. Spoon any marinara sauce left in the pan over the dish.