Vienna Schnitzel

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Both my mother and father were Viennese and grew up there. This was my mother's Vienna schnitzel recipe. Veal can be used in place of pork.

2 pieces of Viennese Schnitzel with potato salad and cheesy broccoli
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

  • 1 quart oil for deep frying

  • 6 (6 ounce) fillets pork sirloin

  • 2 cups dry bread crumbs

  • 1 cup cake flour

  • 2 eggs

  • ¼ cup milk

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a deep fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. Place fillets on a solid, level surface and pound with the smooth side of a meat mallet until 1/8- to 1/4-inch thick.

  3. Place bread crumbs and flour in two separate dishes, such as soup plates. Lightly beat eggs in a third dish, such as a soup plate. Add milk; lightly season with salt and black pepper.

  4. Dredge fillets in flour, patting lightly by hand. Dip into egg mixture, using a fork to hold fillets; let excess drip off. Press into bread crumbs to coat both sides fillets. Place breaded fillets, unstacked, onto a plate.

  5. Deep fry fillets until golden brown.

Editor's Note

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

542 Calories
25g Fat
45g Carbs
32g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 542
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g 32%
Saturated Fat 5g 26%
Cholesterol 131mg 44%
Sodium 333mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 45g 16%
Dietary Fiber 2g 7%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 32g 64%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 103mg 8%
Iron 5mg 26%
Potassium 410mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.