Air Fryer Wiener Schnitzel (Printable Page)

Golden wiener schnitzel cooked to crispy perfection in 15 minutes with an air fryer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meat

01 - 4 veal cutlets, approximately 4.2 oz each, pounded to 1/4 inch thickness

→ Breading

02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 2 tablespoons milk (optional for egg wash)
05 - 2 cups plain breadcrumbs
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ For Air Frying

08 - Olive oil spray or neutral oil spray

→ To Serve

09 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges
10 - Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
02 - Pat veal cutlets dry using paper towels, then season both sides evenly with salt and ground pepper.
03 - Arrange three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs and milk if using, and one with plain breadcrumbs.
04 - Dredge each cutlet first in flour, shaking off excess, dip into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
05 - Lightly spray both sides of each breaded cutlet with olive or neutral oil spray to promote crisping.
06 - Place cutlets in a single layer inside the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
07 - Air fry cutlets for 7 minutes at 400°F (200°C).
08 - Turn cutlets over, lightly spray again with oil, and air fry for an additional 6 to 8 minutes until golden and crispy.
09 - Serve immediately garnished with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Minimal oil for healthier cooking
  • Ready in just 15 minutes
02 -
  • Substitute chicken or pork for veal if desired
  • For extra crispiness, double-coat in breadcrumbs
03 -
  • Pat cutlets dry to ensure crispy coating
  • Use neutral oil spray for best browning
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