Viennese Schnitzel with Asparagus
Prep: 20min
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Servings: 4
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Cook: 30min
A classic Viennese schnitzel served with fresh asparagus, a bright lemon‑caper sauce and tender baby potatoes. This dish showcases the elegance of Austrian cuisine and is perfect for a special dinner.
Ingredients
- Asparagus (600 g green and white)
- Salt
- 4 veal cutlets (about 120 g each)
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 Eggs
- Salt
- Pepper (freshly ground)
- 100 g breadcrumbs
- 4 tbsp clarified butter
- 250 g butter
- 2 egg yolks
- 4 tbsp dry white wine
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp capers
- 1 Tbsp parsley
- Salt
- white pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
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1.
Wash and peel the asparagus; trim the lower third of the green stalks. Boil the white asparagus in salted water for about 20 minutes, add the green asparagus after about 5 minutes, remove when tender, and keep warm.
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2.
If necessary, halve the veal cutlets, flatten them with your palm, season with salt and pepper. Place flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs on separate plates; dredge each cutlet first in flour, then egg, and finally breadcrumbs.