Wiener Schnitzel

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly tender, Wiener Schnitzel is a classic Austrian dish that promises to delight your taste buds. This recipe features delicate veal cutlets, expertly pounded thin and seasoned to perfection, before being coated in a traditional triple-layered breading of flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs. Pan-fried to a beautiful golden brown in a butter and oil blend, each bite offers the perfect balance of crunch and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. Finished with a squeeze of zesty lemon and fresh parsley, this iconic schnitzel pairs wonderfully with traditional sides like potato salad or cucumber salad. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this authentic Wiener Schnitzel recipe is a must-try for fans of European cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 Veal cutlets
• 100 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 150 grams Breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 Lemon
• 100 grams Unsalted butter
• 100 milliliters Vegetable oil
• 1 bunch Parsley

Directions

Step 1

Place the veal cutlets between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper and gently pound them with a meat mallet to about 1/4 inch thickness.

Step 2

Season the cutlets with salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Prepare a breading station with three shallow dishes: one for the flour, one for the beaten eggs, and one for the breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Dredge each cutlet in flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip it in the beaten eggs, allowing the excess to drip off, and finally coat it in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil and unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The butter should be bubbly but not browned.

Step 6

Carefully place the breaded cutlets into the hot pan, working in batches to avoid crowding. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side, adjusting the heat as needed to prevent burning.

Step 7

Transfer the schnitzels to a wire rack or paper towels to drain any excess oil after cooking.

Step 8

Cut the lemon into wedges and finely chop a bunch of parsley.

Step 9

Serve each Wiener Schnitzel with a lemon wedge and a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top for a bright and citrusy touch.

Step 10

Enjoy with traditional accompaniments like potato salad, lingonberry sauce, or cucumber salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1116.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3655.0

Total Fat 234.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 56.9g
Cholesterol 1220.9mg	0%
Sodium 5417.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 204.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 207.5g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 369.1mg	0%
Iron 24.3mg	0%
Potassium 2356.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.1%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 21.8%