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Thinly pounded pork cutlets with a super crispy, golden-brown breading. This German-American classic is surprisingly easy to make and a guaranteed family favorite for dinner.
Prepare the Pork Cutlets
Set Up the Breading Station
Bread the Pork Cutlets
Thinly pounded pork cutlets with a super crispy, golden-brown breading. This German-American classic is surprisingly easy to make and a guaranteed family favorite for dinner.
This german_american recipe takes 30 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 468.33 calories per serving with 35.29g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Fry the Schnitzel
Garnish and Serve
This recipe works wonderfully with veal (for traditional Wiener Schnitzel) or boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded to the same thickness.
Add 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika to the flour mixture for a hint of heat and color.
Mix 1 tablespoon of finely chopped fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary, or 1 teaspoon of dried herbs, into the panko breadcrumbs for added flavor.
Serve the finished schnitzel with a rich mushroom and onion gravy. This is a classic German variation.
Pork is a complete protein, providing all the essential amino acids necessary for building and repairing tissues, supporting muscle growth, and maintaining overall body function.
Pork loin is particularly rich in B vitamins like thiamine (B1), niacin (B3), B6, and B12, which are crucial for energy metabolism, brain function, and the formation of red blood cells.
This dish offers important minerals such as selenium, a powerful antioxidant, and zinc, which is vital for a healthy immune system and wound healing.
Boneless pork loin chops or pork cutlets are ideal. They are lean and become very tender when pounded thin.
A single serving of this Pork Schnitzel contains approximately 550-650 calories, depending on the size of the cutlet and the amount of oil absorbed during frying.
Pork Schnitzel is a good source of protein, which is essential for muscle maintenance. However, because it is shallow-fried, it is also high in fat and calories. It's best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Yes, you can. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Spray the breaded cutlets with cooking oil on both sides and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and cooked through. The texture will be slightly different from pan-fried but still delicious.
The keys to crispy schnitzel are using hot oil (350°F/175°C), not overcrowding the pan, and draining the cooked cutlets on a wire rack instead of paper towels.
Classic pairings include German potato salad, spätzle (German egg noodles), red cabbage, french fries, or a simple green salad with a vinaigrette.
Schnitzel is best served immediately for maximum crispiness. However, you can pound and bread the cutlets a few hours ahead of time. Store them in a single layer on a baking sheet in the refrigerator until you're ready to fry.
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