Wiener Schnitzel is a classic Austrian dish made from breaded and fried Beef cutlets. It’s a delicious and straightforward recipe to prepare.
Ingredients:
For the Schnitzel:
- 4 beef cutlets (about 4-6 ounces each), pounded thin (about 1/4 inch thick)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups breadcrumbs (preferably fresh)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Lemon wedges, for serving
For the Optional Sides:
- Potato salad
- Lingonberry jam
- Cucumber salad
Instructions:
Prepare the Beef Cutlets:
- Place each beef cutlet between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper.
- Use a meat mallet or the bottom of a heavy skillet to gently pound the cutlets until they are about 1/4 inch thick.
- Season both sides of the cutlets with salt and pepper.
Set up the Breading Station:
- In three separate shallow dishes, place the flour in one, whisk the eggs in another, and put the breadcrumbs in the third.
Bread the Beef Cutlets:
- Dredge each beef cutlet in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Dip the floured cutlets into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Coat the cutlets evenly with breadcrumbs, pressing the breadcrumbs onto the cutlets to make sure they adhere well.
Heat the Oil:
- In a large skillet or frying pan, heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C). You can test if the oil is ready by dropping a small breadcrumb into the oil; if it sizzles and floats to the surface, the oil is hot enough.
Fry the Beef Schnitzel:
- Carefully add the breaded beef cutlets to the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan (you may need to fry them in batches).
- Fry each cutlet for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spatula to transfer the schnitzel to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serve:
- Serve the Beef Wiener Schnitzel hot, garnished with lemon wedges.
- It’s traditional to serve it with sides like potato salad, lingonberry jam, and cucumber salad.
Enjoy your homemade Beef Wiener Schnitzel!
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