Schnitzel Delight for Your Family Table!

Schnitzel is a classic Austrian-German dish that consists of a thinly sliced piece of meat (usually pork, chicken, or veal) coated in a crispy breading and fried to perfection.

Ingredients:

  • 4 tender veal cutlets (or pork, if you fancy!)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup fine breadcrumbs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Butter or oil, for frying (as Grandma would say, “A good pat of butter never hurt anyone!”)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Meat
    Begin by placing each cutlet between two sheets of wax paper. With a rolling pin or meat mallet, gently pound the cutlets until they are about 1/4 inch thick. “Patience is key – thin and tender is what you seek!”
  2. Season to Perfection
    Sprinkle a generous amount of salt and pepper on both sides of each cutlet. A seasoned cutlet is a flavorful one, after all!
  3. Bread the Schnitzel
    Create your breading station:
  • In one shallow dish, spread the flour.
  • In a second dish, beat the eggs.
  • In a third dish, pour out the fine breadcrumbs. First, dredge each cutlet in the flour, ensuring a light coating. Shake off any excess. Then, dip it into the beaten eggs, letting any excess drip off. Finally, press the cutlet into the breadcrumbs, covering it completely. “Ah, a golden crust in the making!”
  1. Fry to Golden Perfection
    In a large skillet, heat the butter or oil over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place each breaded cutlet into the pan. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. “Listen for the sizzle – that’s the sound of success!”
  2. Serve with a Smile
    Remove the Schnitzel from the skillet and place it on a paper towel to drain any excess oil. Serve immediately with lemon wedges, a sprinkle of fresh parsley, and a side of warm potato salad or a crisp cucumber salad.

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“Nothing brings warmth to the home like the sound of a sizzling Schnitzel in the pan and the smiles it brings to the table!”