Wiener schnitzel or breaded veal cutlets is a classic dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is a thin, breaded cutlet of veal that is fried until golden brown. The result is a crispy, flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Wiener schnitzel is a popular dish in Austria, Germany, and other parts of Europe, and it has also become a favorite in many other countries around the world. There are many different ways to make weiner schnitzel, but the most common method involves pounding the veal cutlets thin, then coating them in flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs. The cutlets are then fried in hot oil until they are cooked through. Wiener schnitzel is typically served with a lemon wedge, parsley, and potato salad.
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WIENERSCHNITZEL (BREADED VEAL CUTLETS)
This recipe is almost identical to what I had at an authentic German restaraunt. The recipe comes from "The German Cookbook" by Mimi Sheraton, which I altered slightly. I like to serve it with fried German potatoes and a melody of peas, carrots and corn.
Provided by Kim D.
Categories Veal
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place veal cutlets, one piece at a time, between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound until thin, about 1/4 inch thick.
- Slice lemon in half and squeeze lemon juice over all four pieces of veal.
- Allow the veal to sit in lemon juice for 30 minutes.
- Allow excess lemon juice to drip off before breading the cutlets.
- Sprinkle a pinch of salt over each cutlet.
- Place flour in a large shallow plate.
- Beat eggs, water, and vegetable oil in a large shallow bowl. ~NOTE~ The vegetable oil helps to hold the breading on securely and to make the breading crisp.
- Place breadcrumbs in a large shallow plate.
- one at a time, dip salted cutlet into the flour and lightly cover each side with flour.
- Then dip the cutlet into the egg mixture, allowing the excess egg to drip off.
- Then dredge into the breadcrumb mixture to coat.
- Place breaded cutlets on a baking sheet and low to stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Heat shortening in a large heavy skillet.
- There should be enough oil in the pan for the cutlets to "swim".
- When the oil is hot, place one or two cutlets in the skillet at a time, being careful not to crowd the cutlets.
- Fry first side slowly until golden brown, about 4-6 minutes.
- Turn cutlets over with a spatula, being careful not to splatter hot oil.
- Fry on second side for about 4-6 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
- If you have more cutlets to fry, then place finished cutlets in a piece of foil and keep warm in the oven at 250°F while you continue to fry up the rest of the cutlets.
WIENER SCHNITZEL (BREADED VEAL CUTLETS)
Steps:
- Tenderize the veal to about ¼ inch thick.
- Salt on both sides
- Get three bowls ready to bread the cutlets - one with flour - one with whisked eggs- one with bread crumbs.
- Heat the butter and oil in a large pan, allow oil to get hot.
- Coat the veal cutlets in the flour then egg and then the bread crumbs.
- Fry in the oil/butter making sure the schnitzels are always surrounded by the oil.
- Remove when lightly browned and put on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
- Fry the parsley in the remaining oil and serve as garnish over the Schnitzel.
- Notes:
- Serve with a warm potato salad called Kartoffelsalat and lemon wedges.
AIR FRYER WIENER SCHNITZEL
Rich, tender, and juicy Wiener schnitzel made in the air fryer. The veal is so tender you can cut it with a fork.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Austrian
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place veal on a clean work surface and sprinkle with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Place flour in a flat dish. Beat egg and parsley together in a second dish. Place bread crumbs in a third dish. Dredge each veal cutlet first in flour, then in egg-parsley mixture, followed by bread crumbs, pressing down so that bread crumbs adhere.
- Spray the basket of the air fryer with nonstick cooking spray. Place breaded veal cutlets into the basket, making sure not to overcrowd. Spray the tops with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook for 5 minutes. Flip, spray any chalky spots with nonstick cooking spray, and cook for 5 minutes longer. Repeat with remaining veal. Serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 104.4 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 239.3 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
SCHWEINESCHNITZEL OR WIENERSCHNITZEL (GERMAN PORK OR VEAL CUTLETS)
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Cooked egg noodles, spaetzle/dumplings or boiled potatoes, for serving (see Cook's Note)
- Using a mallet and slow, even strokes down and away or towards the body, pound meat to 1/8- to 1/4-inch thick. (Parchment paper or plastic wrap can help control the strokes and guard the meat, optional.)
- Season the thin cutlets lightly with salt, pepper and white pepper and granulated onion or rub in freshly grated onion.
- Set up a breading station in 3 shallow metal pans or dishes: Flour seasoned with a little salt; eggs and milk whisked together with Dijon mustard; breadcrumbs seasoned with a little salt, freshly grated nutmeg, lemon zest.
- Coat meat in flour, shake off excess, coat in egg, drain excess, then press and evenly coat in breadcrumbs.
- Place a large, wide skillet over medium to medium-high heat on the stovetop and place a baking sheet lined with a wire rack alongside it for transferring cooked cutlets. Add about 3 tablespoons of oil, 3 turns of the pan, enough to coat to skillet, and when it ripples and is hot, add the cutlets.
- Cook the cutlets in 1 or 2 batches to avoid crowding pan, turning once, until deeply golden, 4 to 5 minutes turning once, in 1 or 2 batches to avoid crowding pan. RRemove to a wire rack-lined baking sheet.
- Serve schnitzel with lemon wedges, capers, dill and Cucumber Salad or cornichons, egg noodles, spaetzle or boiled or steamed potatoes with butter, parsley and chives.
- Whisk up dressing and toss with cucumbers and dill.
TRUE WIENER SCHNITZEL (BREADED VEAL SCALLOPS - AUSTRIA)
The ingredients are basic and simple but the method is what gives you a perfect schnitzel. Simplicity at its best. Use the best meat and fresh oil or lard. There are others with these ingredients but I have not found one yet that focuses on the importance of the preparation. You need to have a light shell of breading, rather than a heavy coating. See the prep notes.
Provided by MarraMamba
Categories German
Time 18m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- When flouring and breading do not press them into the meat, especially the breadcrumbs.
- Ensure that there is enough oil or lard for the meat to "float" in it, it will absorb less oil than if it sticks to the bottom, and allows the coating to puff a little around the meat.
- Heat at least 1/4 inch of oil in the pan to 350°F.
- Working one at a time, dredge cutlets first in flour until the surface is completely dry. Dip in egg to coat, allow the excess to drip off for a few seconds and then roll quickly in the breadcrumbs until coated. Do not press breadcrumbs into the meat. Place meat immediately in the pan with the hot oil. Do not crowd the pan. Cook the schnitzel in batches, if necessary.
- Fry the schnitzel for 3-4 minutes on one side. You may want to swish them around a little with your fork to make sure they are not sticking to the pan. Turn them over once and fry until both sides are golden brown. Remove from pan, allow the oil to drain off, place on a plate with lemon slices and potato salad or green salad and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.5, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 279.3, Carbohydrate 15.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.1, Protein 5.8
WIENERSCHNITZEL
This easy German recipe is one of our favorites. Boneless pork chops can also be substituted for veal and taste excellent!
Provided by Loves2CookinMN
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European German
Time 1h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place each veal cutlet between two pieces of plastic wrap, and pound with the flat side of a meat mallet until about 1/4 inch thick. Dip in flour to coat.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the Parmesan cheese, eggs, parsley, salt, pepper, nutmeg and milk. Place bread crumbs on a plate. Dip each cutlet into the egg mixture, then press in the bread crumbs to coat. Place coated cutlets on a plate and refrigerate for 1 hour or overnight.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the breaded cutlets until browned on each side, about 3 minutes per side. Remove to a serving platter, and pour the pan juices over them. Garnish with lemon slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.5 calories, Carbohydrate 33.7 g, Cholesterol 229.6 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 781.7 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
Tips:
- To ensure the cutlets are evenly cooked, use a meat mallet to pound them to an even thickness.
- Dredge the cutlets in flour, then eggs, then breadcrumbs to create a crispy coating.
- Use clarified butter or a high-heat cooking oil to fry the cutlets to prevent burning.
- Cook the cutlets over medium-high heat until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve the schnitzel with traditional sides such as potato salad, cucumber salad, and lingonberry jam.
Conclusion:
Wiener schnitzel and breaded veal cutlets are classic dishes that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. Following these tips will help you create a delicious and authentic dish that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, try making one of these recipes.
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