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Wiener schnitzel

A classic Austrian dish, loved by young and old, and easy to make too.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
18 mins
Servings: 2 -3
Calories: 506 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Austrian

Ingredients

  • ½ lb veal escalopes 225g, approx, typically 2-3 pieces
  • 2 tablespoon flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt approx
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs 60g
  • 2 tablespoon butter for frying, or more as needed

Instructions

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  1. Lightly pound the veal escalopes with the flat side of a meat tenderizer to thin them slightly, but not break up the meat, and help to tenderize them (if they are already very thin, you may not need to).
  2. Spread the flour over a plate. Put the breadcrumbs on another plate or baking sheet. Beat the egg in a flat dish such as an oven dish.
  3. Lightly salt the veal on both sides, then dip the veal slices in the flour, ensure it is covered all over then shake off the excess before dipping in the egg. Again ensure it is covered then place on the plate with the breadcrumbs. Carefully turn so that both sides are covered with breadcrumbs but don't pat them on - it's characteristic of a schnitzel for the breading to ripple a little. Just sprinkle crumbs over the top to fill any gaps.
  4. Heat the butter in a skillet/frying pan over a medium heat then add the breaded veal. I prefer to cook one at a time in a slightly smaller pan to make it a little easier to turn but as you find best. Cook for around 3-5minutes before turning and cooking around the same on the other side - in both cases until the breadcrumbs are lightly brown. Add extra butter as needed - the breadcrumbs do need to all have contact with some butter or it wont cook through.
  5. Remove from the pan and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

Calories 506kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 44g (15%) Protein 34g (68%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Cholesterol 200mg (67%) Sodium 890mg (37%) Potassium 552mg (16%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 475IU (10%) Calcium 117mg (12%) Iron 4.2mg (23%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2-3

Amount Per Serving

Calories 506

% Daily Value*

Calories 506kcal 25%
Carbohydrates 44g 15%
Protein 34g 68%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 200mg 67%
Sodium 890mg 37%
Potassium 552mg 12%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 475IU 10%
Calcium 117mg 12%
Iron 4.2mg 23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.