Wiener Schnitzel Recipe

Name: Wiener Schnitzel
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Meat & Poultry
Ingredients: 4 -8 veal escalopes, flattened (about 1 1/2 pounds); 6 tablespoons clarified butter (for frying) or 6 tablespoons oil (for frying); 2 lemons, halved; ¼ cup flour; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 pinch pepper; 1 egg, beaten; 1 teaspoon oil; 1 pinch salt; ½ cup dry white breadcrumb

Servings: persons

4 -8 veal escalopes, flattened (about 1 1/2 pounds)
6 tablespoons clarified butter (for frying) or 6 tablespoons oil (for frying)
2 lemons, halved
¼ cup flour
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch pepper
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon oil
1 pinch salt
½ cup dry white breadcrumb

1
Combine flour, salt and pepper to make a 'seasoned flour.'
2
Combine egg, oil and pinch of salt.
3
Coat escalopes with seasoned flour, patting it in thoroughly.
4
Brush with beaten egg mixture and then coat with breadcrumbs, pressing crumbs on well.
5
Heat butter or oil (or a combination of oil and butter) in a large skillet and fry escalopes over medium heat for 3 - 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and tender.
6
For a crisp, even coating, do not let escalopes touch each other in pan and do not move them for the first 2 - 3 minutes of cooking so a coating can form.
7
Drain escalopes thoroughly on paper towels and arrange on a platter.
8
Garnish with lemon halves and serve at once.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 -8 veal escalopes, flattened (about 1 1/2 pounds), 6 tablespoons clarified butter (for frying) or 6 tablespoons oil (for frying), 2 lemons, halved, ¼ cup flour, and more.

Yes, Wiener Schnitzel falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Wiener Schnitzel

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions