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Jägerschnitzel

A traditional German dish featuring crispy pork cutlets served with a rich mushroom gravy, perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: German
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the schnitzel
  • 1 lb pork loin Opt for tenderness; can substitute chicken if desired
  • 1 tsp salt Essential for seasoning
  • 1 tsp pepper Essential for seasoning
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour For dredging
  • 2 large eggs For binding the breadcrumbs
  • 2 cups breadcrumbs Homemade is best for nice crunch
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Use oil with a high smoke point for frying
For the mushroom gravy
  • 8 oz mushrooms Button or cremini for well-rounded flavor
  • 1 cup chicken broth Rich base for the gravy
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Adds richness to the sauce
For garnish
  • to taste fresh parsley Optional but recommended

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the pork loin into 1/2-inch thick cutlets and tenderize with a meat mallet until about 1/4 inch thick. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Set up the breading station with flour in one dish, beaten eggs in a second, and breadcrumbs in a third.
Breading and Frying
  1. Dredge each cutlet in flour, shake off excess, dip into beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs, pressing lightly.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded cutlets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Making the Mushroom Gravy
  1. In the same skillet, sauté sliced mushrooms until soft and browned. Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze and bring to a simmer.
  2. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for about 5 minutes until sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
Serving
  1. Spoon the mushroom gravy generously over the schnitzel and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For best results, ensure oil is hot before frying. Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch. Let schnitzel rest before serving to retain moisture.