Wiener Schnitzel

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   Preheat oven to 250 degrees.

2. 2

   Pound the veal cutlets to an even, approximately 1/8-inch thickness, or have your butcher do this for you.

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   In a dish, sprinkle the cutlets with lemon juice and let stand for 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Season both sides with salt.

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   Place the flour on a flat plate, and place the egg/water mixture in a wide, shallow bowl.

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   Add the oil to the egg mixture and beat in with a fork.

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   Spread the bread crumbs on a large plate.

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   Dip the cutlets lightly into the flour, making sure to coat all surfaces, then gently shake off the excess flour.

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   Dip the cutlets into the egg mixture, letting the excess drip away, and then dredge them in the bread crumbs.

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    Let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes.

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    Heat your largest, heavy skillets over medium-high heat and add the butter.

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    When the butter is quite hot and the foam starts to subside, add the veal (cook in batches if necessary - but don't crowd them in the pan).

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    If the butter browns too much after cooking the first batch, you may need to discard it, wipe out the pan, and add more butter for the next batch.

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    Cook for 4 to 6 minutes on each side, until golden brown, and turn with a spatula (don't use a fork or tongs, or the breading may be pierced).

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    When the second side is golden, the schnitzels should be cooked through.

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    Transfer to a warm platter and keep warm in a 250 degree oven while you cook the second batch, if necessary.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.