Easy Pork Schnitzel Recipe
This Easy Pork Schnitzel Recipe quickly makes a delicious dinner any day of the week in minutes. This easy recipe features tender pork cutlets coated in simple, flavorful ingredients and fried until golden and crispy. It brings Italian flair to this delicious weeknight comfort food.
Tell Us About This Easy Pork Schnitzel Recipe
My family loves cutlets almost weekly, and this time, these pork cutlets are crunchy and delicious-tasting. Golden, crispy, and irresistibly delicious, this classic pork schnitzel transforms simple pork cutlets into a mouthwatering meal and…all in just 10 minutes!
This recipe for pork schnitzel is similar to our parmesan-crusted chicken cutlets, the only difference is that we used panko breadcrumbs and pecorino cheese instead of plain breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese. The seasonings in the panko breadcrumbs make these pork schnitzels so darn good; everyone will love them.
Best of all, this recipe is great for company. You can easily prepare the pork cutlets ahead of time, cover and chill, then fry them up after your guests arrive.
If you love this easy recipe for pork schnitzel, then don’t miss our baked stuffed pork chops, and fried pork chop milanese. These are easy and delicious, too.
What is Pork Schnitzel?
Easy Pork Schnitzel is a traditional dish from Germany and Austria, and we make it simple, delicious, and Italian. The prep is simple and requires only a few staple ingredients, like eggs, panko breadcrumbs, cheese, and seasonings. Then we quickly fry them up to a golden, crispy texture – perfect!
Recipe Tips:
- This recipe calls for 5 pork cutlets, which came in one package. If you need more servings, double the recipe.
- You can easily double the ingredients for more servings.
- If you don’t have panko breadcrumbs, you can use the breadcrumbs you have on hand.
- Also, if you don’t have pecorino cheese on hand, you may add grated parmesan cheese instead to the breadcrumb mixture; just remember to add additional salt. Pecorino is much saltier than parmesan, and the pork needs seasoning.
Do we need to pound the pork cutlets?
If they are very thin, you usually won’t need to pound the pork cutlets, since most butchers do it before they sell or package them.
Ingredients You Will Need:
- 5 Thinly sliced pork cutlets (about 1 pound, 16 ounces)
- 2 eggs
- 1 + 1/4 cups Panko breadcrumbs (or GF), and extra if needed
- 1/2 cup grated pecorino cheese
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper (missing from photo)
- olive oil for frying
- fresh thyme sprigs or parsley, as garnish
How to Make Pork Schnitzel?
First, gather all the ingredients on your counter, including 3 bowls or breading pans. This will help the process go quickly and easily. Quickly rinse each cutlet and drain. Set them aside.
- Prepare for the Dredging: Grab 3 shallow bowls, or 3 breading silver trays. Beat 2 eggs in one tray (or bowl), and add some salt. In the other tray, add the panko breadcrumbs, cheese, and seasonings. Stir to combine.
- Prepare the Pork Cutlets: Take each pork cutlet (one at a time) and dip it into the eggs, coating both sides, then let excess drip back into the tray.
- Then dredge each cutlet: Dip each cutlet into the panko breadcrumb mixture. Lightly pat both sides of the cutlet with the panko breadcrumbs. Repeat with each pork cutlet. Set them aside.
3. Next, prepare the Skillet on Stovetop: In a large non-stick skillet, pour in about 1/4-inch of olive oil. Heat over medium heat for 2 minutes. Toss in some breadcrumbs to see if they fizz up; this indicates the oil is ready. When the oil is ready, gently place the pork cutlets into the skillet, one at a time. Do not overcrowd. Fry the pork for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown on the bottom. Use a fork or kitchen tongs to lift and turn them over. Then lower the heat and continue frying for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown.
4. Prepare the Plate on the Side: Transfer each fried pork cutlet to a dish lined with paper towels to help drain the oil. When all the cutlets are done, transfer them to a serving dish or platter and serve.
5. Garnish with fresh sprigs of thyme or fresh parsley. And serve.
FAQ’s
- Can we prepare Pork Schnitzel ahead? Having guests? Or just want to prepare them early and fry them up later? The answer is yes! You can prepare them, then cover and keep them chilled in the refrigerator until you are ready to fry them up.
- Can we make ahead and reheat Pork Schnitzel? Yes, you can prep, then fry them up and drain on paper towels up to one hour before serving. Then preheat your oven to 350F, remove the paper towels, transfer the pork schnitzel to a baking sheet, and bake for 10 minutes, or until warm enough to serve.
- How long can we store leftovers? When you cook with pork, it’s best to keep it chilled and consume it within 2 days.
- Can we freeze them? Yes, but you should fry them, let them cool, then transfer them to an airtight container and freeze. They will freeze well for up to 1 month.
A Delicious Meal
Easy Pork Schnitzel Recipe is quick and simple to make. You can easily prep them ahead of time, then fry them up in minutes. Serve them with a side of delicious Italian green salad or a baby red potato salad to round out the meal. Your family and friends will enjoy these pork schnitzels as much as my family does. Try this recipe and let us know!
ENJOY!
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- Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Cutlets
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Easy Pork Schnitzel Recipe
This Easy Pork Schnitzel Recipe quickly makes a delicious dinner any day of the week, and in a matter of minutes. This easy recipe features tender pork cutlets coated with simple and flavorful ingredients, and fried until golden and crispy. An Italian flair for this delicious weeknight comfort food at its best.
Ingredients
- 5 thinly sliced pork cutlets (about 1 pound)
- 2 eggs
- 1 + 1/4 cups Panko breadcrumbs, and extra if needed
- 1/2 cup grated pecorino cheese
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
- olive oil for frying
- fresh thyme sprigs or parsley, as garnish
Instructions
- Prepare for the Dredging: Grab 3 shallow bowls, or 3 breading silver trays. Beat 2 eggs in one tray (or bowl), add some salt to the beaten eggs. In the other tray add the panko breadcrumbs, cheese and seasonings. Stir to combine.
- Prepare the Pork Cutlets: Take each pork cutlet (one at a time) and dip it into the eggs, coating both sides, and allow to drain the excess back into the tray.
- Then dredge each cutlet: Then dip the cutlet into the panko breadcrumb mixture. Lightly pat both sides of the cutlet with the panko breadcrumbs. Repeat with each pork cutlet. Set them aside.
- Next, prepare the Skillet on Stovetop: In a large non-stick skillet, pour in about 1/4-inch of olive oil. Heat on medium heat for 2 minutes. Toss in some breadcrumbs to check to see if they fizzle up, this will indicate the oil is ready. When the oil is ready, gently place the pork cutlets into the skillet, one at a time. Do not over crowd. Allow the pork to fry for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown on the bottom. Use a fork or kitchen tongs to lift and turn them over. Then lower the heat, and continue to fry for 2 to 3 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
- Prepare the Plate on the Side: Transfer each fried pork cutlet to a dish lined with paper towels to help drain the oil. When all the cutlets are done, transfer them to a serving dish or platter and serve. Garnish with fresh sprigs of thyme or fresh parsley. And serve.
Notes
Recipe Tips
- This recipe calls for 5 pork cutlets, which came in one package. If you need more servings, double up on them.
- You can double the ingredients for recipe easily, for more servings.
- If you don't have panko breadcrumbs, you can use the breadcrumbs you have on hand.
- Also, if you don't have pecorino cheese on hand, you may add grated parmesan cheese instead to the breadcrumb mixture, just remember to add additional salt to the mixture. Pecorino is much saltier than parmesan cheese, and the pork needs seasonings.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 3 servings Serving Size: 1 servingAmount Per Serving: Calories: 568Total Fat: 21.5gCarbohydrates: 65.1gFiber: 18gSugar: 5.6gProtein: 33.9g
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