Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 unit

veal cutlets

1 unit

wax paper

0.5 cup

flour

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

1 unit

egg

beaten

1 tbsp

extra virgin olive oil

1 cup

cracker meal

crushed

2 tbsp

butter

for frying

0.13 tsp

nutmeg

1 unit

lemon

cut into wedges

Step 1
~2 min

Cover work surface with waxed paper.

Step 2
~2 min

Arrange veal cutlets on the waxed paper with space between them.

Step 3
~2 min

Top cutlets with another sheet of waxed paper.

Step 4
~2 min

Pound cutlets to 1/4-inch thickness using a skillet or mallet.

Step 5
~2 min

If cutlets are already 1/4 inch thick, skip the pounding step.

Key Technique: Pounding
Step 6
~2 min

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 7
~2 min

Prepare three shallow dishes: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, one with beaten egg seasoned with salt, pepper, and olive oil, and one with cracker meal or crushed corn flakes.

Step 8
~2 min

Dredge each veal cutlet completely in the flour.

Step 9
~2 min

Coat the floured cutlet evenly with the beaten egg on both sides.

Step 10
~2 min

Press the egg-coated cutlet into the cracker meal or crushed corn flakes, ensuring it is well coated.

Step 11
~2 min

Place the coated cutlets on a plate.

Step 12
~2 min

Add oil and butter to the skillet.

Step 13
~2 min

When the butter foams, add the veal and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 14
~2 min

Remove to a warm plate.

Step 15
~2 min

Sprinkle with nutmeg.

Step 16
~2 min

Garnish with lemon wedges, to be squeezed over the schnitzels before eating.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Pound the veal thin for even cooking.

Use clarified butter to prevent burning.

Don't overcrowd the pan when frying.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Bread the cutlets ahead of time and refrigerate.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with potato salad or mashed potatoes.

Serve with a green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Potato Salad
Mashed Potatoes
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Austria

Cultural Significance

National dish of Austria

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

65/100

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