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Wiener Schnitzel

Crispy pan-fried veal cutlets coated in golden breadcrumbs, served traditionally with fresh lemon wedges.

30 minMediumServes 4580 cal/serving

AustrianDinnerStovetopHigh ProteinNut-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

  • 4 veal cutlets, pounded thin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup fine breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup clarified butter
  • 4 lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season 4 pounded thin veal cutlets on both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.

  2. 2

    Set up three shallow dishes with 1/2 cup all-purpose flour in the first, 2 beaten large eggs in the second, and 1 cup fine breadcrumbs in the third.

  3. 3

    Dredge each piece of veal in all-purpose flour, dip into large eggs, then coat evenly with fine breadcrumbs without pressing down.

  4. 4

    Melt 1 cup clarified butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

  5. 5

    Fry veal for 2 minutes per side until wavy, golden brown, and reaching an internal temperature of 145°F.

  6. 6

    Drain on paper towels and serve warm with 4 lemon wedges.

Questions

Can I make Wiener Schnitzel dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 1 cup clarified butter. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Wiener Schnitzel gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup fine breadcrumbs. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works); the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Wiener Schnitzel keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Wiener Schnitzel?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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