**Wienerschnitzel: A Culinary Journey Through Austria's Beloved Breaded Cutlet**
Embark on a culinary adventure with Wienerschnitzel, Austria's national dish and a testament to the country's rich culinary heritage. This iconic dish showcases thin, tenderized veal cutlets coated in a golden-brown breadcrumb crust, capturing the essence of Viennese cuisine. Served with a wedge of lemon, parsley, and a side of potato salad or lingonberry jam, Wienerschnitzel offers a symphony of flavors that delight the senses. This article presents a comprehensive guide to preparing this classic dish, featuring three variations: the traditional Viennese Wienerschnitzel, a juicy pork schnitzel, and a vegetarian alternative using oyster mushrooms. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking to explore new culinary horizons, these recipes will equip you to recreate this Austrian treasure in your own kitchen. Get ready to savor the crispy, succulent goodness of Wienerschnitzel, a dish that embodies the culinary spirit of Austria.
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.
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
WIENER SCHNITZEL (BREADED VEAL CUTLETS)
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a food processor, pulse the bread into fine crumbs. Transfer the breadcrumbs to a shallow bowl or lipped plate.
- Put the flour in a shallow bowl or plate. Break the eggs into another shallow bowl and whisk with the milk, and season with salt, and pepper to taste.
- To bread the meat: Dredge a cutlet in the flour, shaking off the excess; then dip it into the eggs, and finally coat the meat evenly with the breadcrumbs. Set on a piece of waxed paper or baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining cutlet.
- Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a medium non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. While the butter is still foaming add the breaded cutlets and cook, swirling the skillet in a tight circle (this keeps the cutlets moving around the skillet), until golden brown and cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes for the first side. Turn the meat and cook 1 minute on the second side to crisp the breading. Transfer to a plate and cover very loosely with foil while you cook the other cutlet. Serve with the lemon wedges.
WEINER SCHNITZEL OR BREADED VEAL CUTLETS
This is my other favorite German Dish. I love these!! Serve them with potato pancakes, broccoli and fresh rye bread!
Provided by Mary Louise
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Remove bone from steaks and cut into six serving pieces. Pound very thin.
- 2. Dip veal in seasoned flour. Then dip in egg. Then dip in bread crumbs.
- 3. Melt butter in a heavy skillet and SAUTE schnitzles over low heat until golden brown on both sides. (About 15 minutes)
- 4. Tranfer to plate. Serve with potato pancakes, German potato salad or baked potato, vegetable and rye bread or rolls.
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
Tips:
- Use high-quality veal cutlets: Look for cutlets that are about 1/4-inch thick and have a nice even color. Avoid cutlets that are too thin or have any discoloration.
- Tenderize the veal cutlets: This will help to make them more tender and juicy. You can tenderize the cutlets by pounding them with a meat mallet or by marinating them in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs.
- Use a light breading: A heavy breading will weigh down the cutlets and make them greasy. Use a light breading made with flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs.
- Fry the cutlets in hot oil: This will help to create a crispy crust. Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the cutlets, or they will absorb too much oil.
- Drain the cutlets on paper towels: This will help to remove any excess oil.
- Serve the cutlets immediately: Wiener schnitzel is best served hot and crispy. You can garnish the cutlets with lemon wedges, parsley, or capers.
Conclusion:
Wiener schnitzel is a classic Austrian dish that is easy to make at home. By following these tips, you can make a delicious and authentic Wiener schnitzel that your family and friends will love.
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