In the time of kings and queens, gems were used for more than just adornments. In many cases, precious stones were seen as a symbol of lineage and as a sign for the right to rule, such as the gems set in crowns and scepters.
Dredge each side of the pork chops in the flour mixture, then set aside on a plate. Heat canola oil over medium to medium-high heat. Add butter. When butter is melted and butter/oil mixture is hot, cook 3 pork chops at a time, 2 to 3 minutes on the first side; 1 to 2 minutes on the other side.
1 If chops are Â½ inch or thicker, preheat oven to 325 deg. 2  Cook chops for 15 minutes then turn them. 3  Cook chops for another 15 minutes. 4  If the internal temperature is between 150-160 deg., remove chops from the oven. Pat dry with paper towels and place chops on a baking sheet or pan. 2  Sprinkle seasoning mix on chops. 3  Turn chops over and sprinkle seasoning mix on what was the bottom side of chops. 4  If chops are Â½ inch or thinner, preheat oven to 300 deg.