Schnitzel Wiener Art
Schnitzel Wiener Art (SHNIT-sel VEE-ner art)
Breaded Veal Cutlet
Thin veal cutlet pounded, breaded in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs, then pan-fried to a golden, crispy perfection in clarified butter.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: large flat plate
Garnishes: lemon wedge, parsley
Accompaniments: lingonberry jam, potato salad
Instructions
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1
Place veal cutlets between sheets of cling film and pound with a meat mallet until uniformly thin, about five millimeters thick.
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2
Season cutlets with salt on both sides. Set up three dishes: flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in sequence.
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3
Dredge each cutlet in flour, shake off excess, dip in egg, then press into breadcrumbs to coat evenly on all sides.
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4
Heat clarified butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. The butter should be deep enough to float the schnitzel.
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5
Fry each schnitzel for three minutes per side, gently swirling the pan so the breading puffs and turns golden brown.
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6
Drain briefly on paper towels, serve immediately with lemon wedges, lingonberry jam, and parsley.
Did You Know?
In Liechtenstein, the schnitzel debate mirrors the wider German-speaking world: some insist on veal, while others happily substitute chicken or turkey.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- meat mallet
- three shallow dishes
- large skillet
Garnishing
lemon wedge, parsley
Accompaniments
lingonberry jam, potato salad
The Story Behind Schnitzel Wiener Art
The Wiener Schnitzel tradition came to Liechtenstein through its close cultural ties with Austria. As the tiny principality shared language, customs, and culinary traditions with its larger neighbors, this iconic breaded cutlet became a restaurant and home-cooking staple. Liechtensteiner versions typically feature locally raised veal and are served with the distinctive accompaniment of lingonberry jam, a nod to the alpine berry-picking traditions of the Rhine Valley.
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