Jaegerschnitzel

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 5
A German delicacy that you'll love - Jaegerschnitzel
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb veal cutlet ( about 1/4 in . thick )
2 eggs , beaten
salt & pepper
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
oil
2 ounces bacon , diced
4 ounces onions , chopped
8 ounces mushrooms , sliced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 dash dried thyme
1 dash salt
1 dash pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon parsley
2 tablespoons sour cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
590
Sugar
4g
Fat
40g
Jaegerschnitzel is a classic German dish that is popular around the world. The name Jaegerschnitzel means 'hunter's cutlet' in German and it is believed that the dish was first made with wild game meat. Today, Jaegerschnitzel is typically made with veal cutlets that are breaded and pan-fried until crispy and golden brown. The creamy mushroom sauce is the perfect complement to the crispy and tender veal. This dish is often served with spaetzle, a type of German pasta, or mashed potatoes.

Instructions

1.Season the veal cutlets with salt and pepper.
2.Dip in beaten eggs and then coat with breadcrumbs.
3.Heat oil in a pan on medium-high heat and add the breaded cutlets. Cook until golden brown on both sides and set aside.
4.In the same pan, cook diced bacon until crisp and then remove from pan.
5.Add onions and mushrooms and cook them until tender.
6.Add tomato paste and cook it for a minute.
7.Add water and red wine and simmer until reduced by half.
8.Add thyme, salt, pepper, and paprika.
9.Return the bacon to the pan and add parsley and sour cream.
10.Serve the sauce over the cooked cutlets. Enjoy!

PROS

Jaegerschnitzel is a delicious dish that is easy to make and full of flavor.
The crispy and tender veal pairs perfectly with the creamy and savory mushroom sauce.
It’s a great dish to serve to guests or for a special dinner date night.

CONS

Veal can be expensive and difficult to find, and some people may not like the taste of it.
Additionally, this dish is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Veal is a good source of high-quality protein and contains important nutrients like iron and zinc. The mushrooms in the sauce are low in calories and fat and are a good source of vitamins and minerals like potassium and vitamin D. However, the high amount of saturated fat in this dish means that it should be enjoyed in moderation.

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