6. Eggs can coat.

Fact: Beaten eggs provide the “glue” for breading in fried fish fillets, chicken breasts, veal cutlets, or vegetables.

Try it: Deep-frying is not necessary to get a crunchy coating; a mere 1 1/2 tablespoons of oil bring four Parmesan and Sage-Crusted Pork Chops to crisp perfection.

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