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austrian veal schnitzel
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Wiener Schnitzel

How to make the famous Wiener schnitzel, the classic Austrian schnitzel made from veal.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Beef, Pork and Lamb
Cuisine: Austrian
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 448kcal
Author: Adina

Ingredients

  • 4 large very thinly sliced veal cutlets (or 8 small ones)
  • fine sea salt and black pepper
  • 2-3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 slices day-old white bread more if needed
  • vegetable oil or lard for frying

Instructions

  • Tenderize: Place the veal cutlets between two pieces of plastic foil and tenderize them gently using the bottom of a heavy saucepan. Sprinkle the cutlets with salt and pepper.
    4 large veal cutlets + salt + pepper
  • Breading station: Place the flour on a large plate and beat the eggs very lightly in a shallow, large bowl. Remove and discard the crust of the baguette or bread. Cube the bread, place the cubes in the food processor, and process until you obtain breadcrumbs. Place them on a large plate as well.
    2-3 tablespoon flour, 2 large eggs, 4 slices white bread or baguette
  • Heat oil: Start heating the oil or lard in a large skillet. There should be enough fat inside for the schnitzels to be able to “swim.” Check the temperature by inserting the end of a toothpick in the fat; you should be able to see bubbles forming around the toothpick (Note 1).
  • Coat schnitzel with flour, shake to remove the excess, drag through the eggs, and coat with the breadcrumbs. Press only very lightly.
  • Start frying immediately after coating (Note 2). Fry shortly until both sides are crispy and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and place on a double layer of paper kitchen towels, which will absorb the excess fat. Do not place them on top of each other, or the coating will become soggy.
  • Serve with potato salad or parsley potatoes, lemon wedges, and green salad.

Notes

  1. Or use an oil thermometer; the temperature should be 350°F/180°C.
  2. Only start coating the next batch of schnitzels when the previous is almost done.

Nutrition

Serving: 1schnitzel | Calories: 448kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 138mg | Sodium: 732mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g