Place pork chops in a shallow dish and season with salt and pepper. Pour buttermilk over them. Let marinate for 30 minutes.
3 to 4 bone-in pork chops, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 cup buttermilk, ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
In a large, shallow dish, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.
1½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Remove pork chops from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off.
Dredge each chop in the seasoned flour mixture, coating thoroughly.
Heat about ¼ inch of oil in a large, heavy bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
vegetable oil for frying
Carefully place coated pork chops in the hot oil.
Fry for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Remove to a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain off excess oil, or place on a paper towel lined plate.
Let rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving with your favorite side dishes.