Veal cutlets with fried lemon slices, or Wiener Schnitzel, is a classic dish enjoyed by people of all ages. It consists of a tender veal cutlet that is coated in breadcrumbs and fried until golden brown. The cutlet is then served with a slice of fried lemon and a variety of sauces, such as lingonberry or mushroom sauce. This dish can be found in restaurants around the world, but it is especially popular in Central Europe, where it originated. In this article, we will explore the origins of Wiener Schnitzel and provide a step-by-step guide on how to prepare this delicious meal at home.
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WIENER SCHNITZEL (BREADED VEAL CUTLETS)
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a food processor, pulse the bread into fine crumbs. Transfer the breadcrumbs to a shallow bowl or lipped plate.
- Put the flour in a shallow bowl or plate. Break the eggs into another shallow bowl and whisk with the milk, and season with salt, and pepper to taste.
- To bread the meat: Dredge a cutlet in the flour, shaking off the excess; then dip it into the eggs, and finally coat the meat evenly with the breadcrumbs. Set on a piece of waxed paper or baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining cutlet.
- Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. While the butter is still foaming add the breaded cutlets and cook, swirling the skillet in a tight circle (this keeps the cutlets moving around the skillet), until golden brown and cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes for the first side. Turn the meat and cook 1 minute on the second side to crisp the breading. Transfer to a plate and cover very loosely with foil while you cook the other cutlet. Serve with the lemon wedges.
WIENER SCHNITZEL
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 22m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place flour, eggs, and bread crumbs in 3 individual shallow dishes. Season cutlets with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, shake of excess, dredge through egg, and last in bread crumbs.
- Heat the oil in large skillet, add butter, and heat until foam subsides. Add 1 Schnitzel at a time to pan, brown from both sides about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to plate lined with paper towels and place in 250 degree F oven to keep warm. Repeat with other Schnitzel. Serve with lemon wedges.
- Fry eggs and top each cutlet with an egg. Top with 1or 2 anchovy fillets and sprinkle with capers, to taste.
VEAL CUTLETS WITH FRIED LEMON SLICES (WIENER SCHNITZEL)
Also known as Wiener Schnitzel, these are light and delicious. You can also make this using chicken cutlets (breasts pounded thin). To make large batches of ready to cook veal cutlets, after step 2, place them in the freezer on the cooling rack. Once frozen, wrap cutlets individually in plastic wrap and place them all into ziplock bags and back in the freezer till needed (use within 4 months).
Provided by 2Bleu
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Using 3 shallow dishes, place flour, salt, and pepper in one, in another whisk together eggs and water. Finally, in the 3rd dish stir together bread crumbs, zest, thyme.
- Dip cutlets, 1 at a time, into the flour, shaking off the excess. Then dip them in the egg mixture, letting excess drip off, and finally, dredge in bread crumb mixture. Transfer cutlets as coated to a large cooling rack and let dry at room temperature for 30 minutes to one hour. NOTE: This is where you would freeze them if making OAMC. Bake or fry frozen or partially thawed. For the lemon slices, mix the flour, cornmeal, and salt and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
- In a heavy skillet heat 1 inch oil over medium-high heat to 350°F When oil is ready, begin frying the cutlets. Gently place in oil and fry about 2 minutes on each side or until golden. begin frying the cutlets, 2 at a time, about 2 minutes on each side until golden. Place on cooling rack to drain.
- When cutlets are done, remove any food particles in oil remaining in skillet with a slotted spoon and discard. Dredge lemon slices in flour/cornmeal mixture, pressing firmly to coat. Fry lemon slices, turning them once, until golden, about 30 seconds per side. Transfer lemon slices to a cooling rack or paper towels to drain. Serve cutlets with fried lemon slices.
WEINER SCHNITZEL, VEAL CUTLETTES WITH LEMON
Make and share this Weiner Schnitzel, Veal Cutlettes With Lemon recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Recipe USA
Categories Meat
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Pound veal with a meat pounder until very thin, being careful not to tear the meat. If you don't have veal, you can also use pork or chicken cutlets. I have used all 3 at one time or another and they are all delicious.
- Beat the eggs with lemon juice. Set aside.
- Combine bread crumbs, cheese, and seasonings. Dip the veal in egg mixture and then in the bread crumb mixture, coating evenly.
- Place the meat on a cookie sheet in single layer and refrigerate, covered with wax paper, for at least 1 hour to help keep coating intact when cooking.
- Saute veal until lightly browned on both sides, 7-10 minutes in all, in butter or olive oil.
- Serve immediately, garnished with lemon wedges and parsley.
WIENER SCHNITZEL
Kurt Gutenbrunner, the New York City chef and author of Neue Cuisine: The Elegant Tastes of Vienna, gave us his recipe for perfectly crisp, golden veal cutlets.
Provided by Kurt Gutenbrunner
Categories Fry Dinner Veal Breadcrumbs Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield 4 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Line a large baking sheet with a double layer of paper towels. Whisk flour and 1 teaspoon salt in a wide shallow bowl. Lightly whisk eggs and cream in another wide shallow bowl until the yolks and whites are just streaky. Mix breadcrumbs and 2 teaspoons salt in a third wide shallow bowl. Pound veal slices between sheets of plastic wrap to 1/8"-1/16" thickness, being careful not to tear. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Prop a deep-fry thermometer in a large deep skillet; pour in oil so that bulb is submerged. Heat oil over medium heat to 350°F. Add butter to skillet and adjust heat to maintain 350°F.
- Dredge 2 veal slices in flour mixture; shake off excess. Dip in egg. Turn to coat; shake off excess. Dredge in breadcrumbs, pressing to adhere; shake off excess. Transfer slices to skillet. Using a large spoon, carefully baste the top of the veal with the hot oil. Cook until breading puffs and starts to brown, about 1 minute. Turn and cook until browned, about 1 minute longer. Transfer to paper towel-lined sheet. Repeat with remaining veal slices.
- Divide veal among plates. Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley or lettuce.
Tips:
- For the best results, use high-quality veal cutlets that are about 1/2 inch thick. If you can't find veal cutlets, you can also use pork cutlets or chicken breasts.
- To ensure that the cutlets are evenly cooked, pound them to an even thickness before breading them.
- Use a light touch when breading the cutlets. Too much breading will make them heavy and greasy.
- Fry the cutlets in a large skillet over medium heat. Don't overcrowd the skillet, or the cutlets will not cook evenly.
- Cook the cutlets for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve the cutlets immediately with fried lemon slices and your favorite sides.
- For the fried lemon slices, use unwaxed lemons. Cut the lemons into thin slices and remove the seeds.
- Dip the lemon slices in flour, then egg, and then breadcrumbs.
- Fry the lemon slices in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the fried lemon slices with the veal cutlets.
Conclusion:
Veal cutlets with fried lemon slices is a classic dish that is sure to impress your guests. The cutlets are tender and juicy, and the fried lemon slices add a bright and tangy flavor. This dish is perfect for a special occasion meal, but it is also easy enough to make for a weeknight dinner.
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