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Baked Curry Pork Chop on Rice – A Comforting Cantonese Classic

Cooks in 2 hrs 30 min Difficulty Easy
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f you’ve ever visited a Hong Kong-style café (cha chaan teng), you’ve likely seen Baked Curry Pork Chop on Rice on the menu. This Cantonese-Western fusion dish combines crispy, juicy fried pork chops with fragrant Hong Kong-style curry, all baked over a bed of rice with melted, bubbly cheese on top.

The result? Savory, crispy, creamy, and incredibly satisfying. This dish is a staple of Hong Kong comfort food, bringing together Indian curry influences, crispy fried pork, and a Western-style baked rice concept into one irresistible meal.

Let’s dive into this restaurant-quality dish that you can easily recreate at home!

Tips for the Best Baked Curry Pork Chop on Rice

🔥 Marinate the pork chops overnight – This gives them maximum flavor and tenderness.
🔥 Use rice flour for extra crispiness – It creates a lighter, crispier coating compared to all-purpose flour.
🔥 Blend the curry sauce for smoothness – A silky sauce makes for a more luxurious dish.
🔥 Use a mix of cheeses – Cheddar for flavor, mozzarella for meltiness.

Baked Curry Pork Chop on Rice – A Comforting Cantonese Classic

Baked Curry Pork Chop on Rice – A Comforting Cantonese Classic

Recipe by Patrick Kong
Course: Comfort FoodCuisine: ChineseDifficulty: Easy
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Servings

6

servings
Prep time

2

hours 
Cooking time

30

minutes

Ingredients

  • Curry Sauce

  • 1/2 onion, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 120 ml sake

  • 4 tbsp Hong Kong curry base

  • 500 ml chicken stock

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 60 g coconut milk

  • 1 tbsp sugar

  • Salt, to taste

  • Fried Pork Chops

  • 4 pork chops

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine

  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

  • 1 egg

  • 1 tsp white pepper

  • 1 cup rice flour

  • Neutral oil, for frying

  • Assembly

  • 1/2 cup corn kernels

  • 4 cups cooked rice

  • 1 cup cheddar or mozzarella, shredded

Directions

  • Prepare the Curry Sauce
  • In a medium pot over medium heat, cook the onions and garlic until soft and translucent.
  • Deglaze with sake, allowing it to reduce by 50%.
  • Stir in the Hong Kong curry base and cook for 1 minute to release its aroma.
  • Pour in the chicken stock and add the bay leaf. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in coconut milk, remove from heat, and discard the bay leaf.
  • Use an immersion blender (or regular blender) to create a silky smooth consistency.
  • Season with sugar and salt to taste.
  • Fry the Pork Chops
  • In a bowl, mix soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, egg, and white pepper.
  • Add the pork chops to the marinade and let them rest for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best flavor).
  • Dredge the marinated pork chops in rice flour, ensuring an even coating.
  • Heat 1 cm of oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  • Fry each pork chop for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  • Remove and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  • Assemble & Bake
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In an oven-safe dish, layer:
    Cooked rice at the bottom.
    Sliced fried pork chops on top.
    Ladle curry sauce generously over the pork.
    Sprinkle corn kernels evenly over the dish.
    Top with shredded cheese.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Why You’ll Love This Baked Curry Pork Chop on Rice

✔ Perfect Fusion Comfort Food – A blend of crispy pork, creamy curry, and melty cheese.
✔ Easy to Make at Home – No need for takeout when you can make this cha chaan teng favorite yourself.
✔ Make-Ahead Friendly – Prep everything in advance and bake when ready to serve.
✔ Crispy & Cheesy – The perfect contrast of crispy pork, fluffy rice, and golden-browned cheese.

FAQ: Baked Curry Pork Chop on Rice

1. Can I use other meats instead of pork?

Yes! This dish works great with chicken cutlets or tofu for a vegetarian option.

2. What’s the best cheese for this dish?

A mix of cheddar and mozzarella gives the best balance of flavor and meltiness.

3. Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes! Assemble the dish in advance, store it in the fridge, and bake before serving.

4. Can I air-fry the pork chops instead of frying?

Absolutely! Air-fry at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.