Save to Pinterest A classic Austrian dish reimagined for the air fryer—tender veal cutlets coated in golden, crispy breadcrumbs, ready in just 15 minutes. Enjoy the traditional flavors with less oil and a lighter, healthier crunch.
I first prepared this air fryer wiener schnitzel to enjoy the traditional Austrian flavors quickly and without the mess of deep frying. It became a family favorite instantly.
Ingredients
- Meat: 4 veal cutlets (about 120 g each pounded to ¼ inch thickness)
- Breading Station: ½ cup all-purpose flour, 2 large eggs, 2 tablespoons milk, 1 cup plain breadcrumbs (preferably fresh), ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- For Air Frying: Olive oil spray
- To Serve: 1 lemon cut into wedges, Fresh parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for 3 minutes.
- Step 2:
- Prepare the breading station: Place flour in one shallow bowl beat eggs with milk in a second bowl place breadcrumbs mixed with salt and pepper in a third bowl.
- Step 3:
- Pat the veal cutlets dry. Dredge each cutlet first in flour (shake off excess) then dip in the egg mixture and finally coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs pressing gently for even coverage.
- Step 4:
- Lightly spray both sides of each breaded cutlet with olive oil spray.
- Step 5:
- Arrange cutlets in a single layer in the air fryer basket (work in batches if needed to avoid overlap).
- Step 6:
- Air fry for 7 minutes flip the schnitzels spray again lightly with oil and continue to air fry for another 6–8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Save to Pinterest This recipe reminds me of family dinners where the schnitzel was always the centerpiece everyone loved.
Notes
Substitute veal with pork or chicken if preferred. Pair with potato salad or cucumber salad for a traditional experience.
Required Tools
Air fryer, Meat mallet or rolling pin, Shallow bowls, Tongs
Allergen Information
Contains Eggs Gluten (wheat flour and breadcrumbs). If using pre-made breadcrumbs check for hidden allergens.
Save to Pinterest This air fryer wiener schnitzel combines tradition with convenience making it perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of meat is best for this dish?
Veal cutlets are ideal due to their tenderness and thinness, but pork or chicken can be used as alternatives.
- → How do you get the breadcrumbs crispy using an air fryer?
Lightly spraying the breaded cutlets with olive oil before and during air frying helps achieve a golden, crispy crust.
- → Can panko breadcrumbs be used?
Yes, panko breadcrumbs can be substituted for extra crispiness and a lighter texture.
- → What temperature and time settings are recommended for air frying?
Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F) and cook the cutlets for about 7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- → How should the cutlets be prepared before breading?
They should be pounded to about a ¼ inch thickness and patted dry to ensure the coating adheres properly.
- → What are some good side dishes to serve with this?
Traditional sides like potato salad or cucumber salad complement the schnitzel well, balancing its rich flavors.