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Golden brown breaded pork cutlet with crispy coating and lemon slices
Crispy pork cutlet in a golden breadcrumb coating

Crispy Breaded Pork Cutlets

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses
The Hungarian cousin of the Wiener Schnitzel and a staple of Sunday family lunches. A perfect breaded cutlet isn't greasy; the coating puffs up slightly, separating from the meat, which remains tender and juicy. This is achieved by pounding the meat (tenderizing fibers) and frying at the precise temperature. Inside its golden armor, the meat steams to perfection.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 5 servings
🔥 Calories 520 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Meat mallet
  • 3 shallow bowls for breading
  • Deep skillet or frying pan
  • Paper towels

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1 ✓

Pound the pork chops until thin, pat them dry with paper towels, and season with salt and pepper.

Tip: Pounding breaks down muscle fibers to prevent curling and tenderize the meat. A dry surface is crucial for the coating to stick.
2 ✓

Dredge in the classic order: Flour (shake off excess), beaten Egg, then Breadcrumbs.

Tip: Don't beat the eggs into a foam, just mix. Don't press the crumbs on too hard; keep the coating airy.
3 ✓

Fry in generous, hot oil (approx. 340°F/170°C) until golden brown on both sides.

Tip: The oil should allow the meat to swim. If the oil is too shallow, the meat burns on the bottom of the pan and the coating becomes greasy.
4 ✓

Remove and drain on paper towels.

Tip: Don't stack hot cutlets, or the steam will make the crust soggy.

Recipe FAQ

Why did the coating fall off?
The meat was wet before breading, or the oil wasn't hot enough, causing the coating to absorb oil before crisping up.
Why is the crumb burnt but the meat raw?
The oil was too hot. Thicker cuts need time. If the meat is thick, lower the heat or pound it thinner next time.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Boneless Pork Loin Chops (sliced)
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1.5 cups Breadcrumbs (plain)
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil (for frying)