{"id":744,"date":"2026-01-14T18:56:02","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T18:56:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=744"},"modified":"2026-01-14T18:56:02","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T18:56:02","slug":"jagerschnitzel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/14\/jagerschnitzel\/","title":{"rendered":"J\u00e4gerschnitzel"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u00a0J\u00e4gerschnitzel (German Hunter\u2019s Schnitzel)<\/h2>\n

Crispy breaded schnitzel topped with a savory mushroom gravy. Rich, comforting, and classic.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0Ingredients<\/h3>\n

For the Schnitzel:<\/h4>\n
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  • 4 pork cutlets or veal cutlets (chicken or turkey also works)<\/li>\n
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd cup all-purpose flour<\/li>\n
  • 2 large eggs<\/li>\n
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably fine or panko)<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd teaspoon paprika (optional)<\/li>\n
  • Vegetable oil or butter, for frying<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For the Mushroom Gravy (J\u00e4gersauce):<\/h4>\n
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    • 2 tablespoons butter<\/li>\n
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil<\/li>\n
    • 250 g (9 oz) mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)<\/li>\n
    • 1 small onion or shallot, finely chopped<\/li>\n
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n
    • 1 tablespoon flour<\/li>\n
    • 1 cup beef or chicken broth<\/li>\n
    • \u00bd cup heavy cream (optional but traditional)<\/li>\n
    • Salt and black pepper, to taste<\/li>\n
    • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)<\/li>\n
    • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      \u00a0Instructions<\/h3>\n

      \u00a0Prepare the Schnitzel<\/h4>\n
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      • Pound the cutlets thin (about \u00bc inch \/ 5 mm).<\/li>\n
      • Season both sides with salt and pepper.<\/li>\n
      • Set up three bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs (mixed with paprika if using).<\/li>\n
      • Dredge each cutlet in flour \u2192 egg \u2192 breadcrumbs, pressing gently.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        \u00a0Fry the Schnitzel<\/h4>\n
          \n
        • Heat oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.<\/li>\n
        • Fry schnitzels 2\u20133 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.<\/li>\n
        • Remove and keep warm on a paper towel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          \u00a0Make the Mushroom Gravy<\/h4>\n
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          • In the same pan, melt butter with olive oil.<\/li>\n
          • Saut\u00e9 onions until soft, then add mushrooms and cook until browned.<\/li>\n
          • Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.<\/li>\n
          • Sprinkle in flour, stir, and cook 1 minute.<\/li>\n
          • Slowly add broth while stirring, then add cream.<\/li>\n
          • Season with salt, pepper, and mustard if using.<\/li>\n
          • Simmer until thick and silky.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            \u00a0Serve<\/h4>\n
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            • Place schnitzel on a plate and generously spoon mushroom gravy over the top.<\/li>\n
            • Garnish with fresh parsley.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Serving Suggestions<\/h3>\n
                \n
              • German Spaetzle<\/strong><\/li>\n
              • Mashed or boiled potatoes<\/li>\n
              • Buttered noodles<\/li>\n
              • Red cabbage or green salad<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Tip:<\/strong> For extra crispiness, serve the sauce on top just before eating<\/em> \u2014 never soak the schnitzel too early!<\/p>\n

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