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    Turkey Schnitzel (Putenschnitzel Wiener Art)

    Published: Mar 4, 2021 · Modified: Feb 18, 2022 by Marita · 10 Comments

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    What is your favourite food? I really struggle to answer that one… but when it comes to feel-good foods schnitzel is definitely top of the list. This easy turkey schnitzel is the lean brother of the German pork schnitzel. It is much easier to make from scratch than you think, and I am excited to share one of my favourite recipes with you.

    Turkey Schnitzel with Fries

    What we will cover in this post:

    • What is Turkey Schnitzel?
    • How to cook Turkey Schnitzel
    • German turkey schnitzel recipe
    • What to serve with turkey schnitzel
    • Storage Instructions
    • More Delicious German Main Courses
    • Did you try this recipe?
    • Types of Schnitzel
    • Turkey Schnitzel (Putenschnitzel Wiener Art)

    What is Turkey Schnitzel?

    Turkey Schnitzel is a tenderised cut of meat typically from the turkey breast. In German turkey schnitzel is called “Putenschnitzel”. “Pute” meaning” “Turkey" in German.

    In English schnitzel always refers to meat cuts with breadcrumbs whereas in German it includes any meat that has been flattened with a steak hammer or meat tenderizer (Fleischklopfer). By tenderizing the meat you soften the muscle and make it easier to chew and digest.

    Piece of Turkey Schnitzel on a Fork

    What is Schnitzel Wiener Art – Schnitzel Vienna Style

    If the schnitzel is coated in breadcrumbs in Germany the schnitzel is called "Schnitzel Wiener Art". This is because the breadcrumb coat is typical of the Wiener Schnitzel. However, the Wiener Schnitzel recipe is protected and can only be used to describe schnitzels using veal. Hence this schnitzel is referred to as “turkey schnitzel Viennese style”. Have a look at my original Wiener Schnitzel Recipe here.

    How to cook Turkey Schnitzel

    Ingredients

    • 4 turkey breast fillets (or turkey steaks) (500 g/ 12 oz)
    • 2 eggs
    • 80 g (3 oz) breadcrumbs
    • 3 tablespoon whipped cream/ or single cream
    • 5 tablespoon plain flour
    • Salt and pepper
    • 40 gr clarified butter or sunflower/ vegetable oil 
    Schnitzelstreet
    Schnitzelstreet (Schnitzelstrasse)

    German turkey schnitzel recipe

    Recipe Steps for Turkey Schnizel
    1. Tenderise the meat - Place a turkey fillet between two sheets of plastic film. (i.e. freezer bags). Flatten the meat using the flat side of a meat mallet (affiliate link) to an even thickness of 1 cm. Alternatively use the bottom of a heavy pan or a rolling pin. Use the smooth side of the meat mallet (affiliate link), as otherwise you might destroy the meat. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Repeat with the remaining fillets.
    2. Coating the schnitzel in breadcrumbs - Let's prepare what in German is called a “Schnitzelstrasse” (a Schnitzel Street.) Whisk the egg with the cream until combined and pour into a shallow bowl. Sprinkle the flour onto a separate plate. Pour the breadcrumbs into a further shallow bowl. Place all the plates in a line. First, the flour, followed by the egg mixture and lastly the breadcrumbs.
    3. Dredge each turkey schnitzel in the flour.
    4. Then dip into the egg mixture.
    5. Lastly, dredge the schnitzel in breadcrumbs until completely coated. Feel free to press the breadcrumbs onto the schnitzel with your hands.
    How to make Turkey Schnitzel
    1. Heat the oil or clarified butter in a frying pan. Fry two schnitzel at a time, for about 3 minutes on each side on medium to high heat. The breadcrumb coat should be crisp and golden brown.
    2. Remove from the pan and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels. Repeat the process with the remaining schnitzel.
    3. Serve with a slice of lemon.

    What to serve with turkey schnitzel

    You can serve Turkey Schnitzel like any other German Schnitzel as the main course. Leftovers also taste great with a slice of rye bread or a bread roll.

    Traditional side dishes for Schnitzel include:

    • French fries/ Chips (Pommes Frites)
    • Homemade German Spätzle (German Egg Dumpling)
    • German Potato Salad
    • Bratkartoffeln - German Fried Potatoes
    • Semmelknodel - German Bread Dumplings
    • German Potato Dumplings (Kartoffelklöße)
    • German Red Cabbage
    • Cucumber and Radish Salad

    If you like you can choose one of the traditional German Sauces for schnitzel

    • Jäger Sauce (makes it a Jägerschnitzel)
    • Zigeuner Sauce (makes it a Zigeunerschnitzel)
    • Rahmsauce (makes it a Rahmschnitzel)
    • Frankfurter Green Sauce (makes it a Frankfurter Schnitzel)

    Storage Instructions

    How long does turkey schnitzel stay good in the fridge?

    Turkey does not store as well as other meats. Best to consume within two days.

    Can I freeze the schnitzel?

    Of course, you can freeze this. I would advise you if possible to freeze it uncooked, and without the breadcrumb coat. If freeze a coated schnitzel, the coat might become soggy when defrosting.

    This post was first created in April 2014 and updated in March 2021.

    Spätzle wit Turkey Schnitzel
    Turkey Schnitzel with Homemade Spaetzle
    Authentic German Turkey Schnitzel
    Turkey Schnitzel with vegetables

    More Delicious German Main Courses

    • Königsberger Klopse
    • Käsespätzle- German cheese spätzle
    • Frikadellen - German Meatballs
    • Szegedin Goulash - Goulash with Sauserkraut
    • Wiener Schnitzel
    • German Onion Cake
    • Chanterelle Pasta

    Did you try this recipe?

    Please leave a rating or make a comment below. I would love to hear from you. You can send me an e-mail or comment on Facebook, Instagram or Pinterest.

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    Types of Schnitzel

    • Best Wiener Schnitzel Recipe (Austrian Veal Schnitzel)
    • Turkey Schnitzel (Putenschnitzel Wiener Art)
    • Schweineschnitzel - Traditional German Schnitzel
    • Classic Pork Cordon Bleu Schnitzel

    Turkey Schnitzel (Putenschnitzel Wiener Art)

    Marita
    A traditional recipe for German Putenschnitzel
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 6 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine German
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 243 kcal

    Equipment

    • meat tenderizer or heavy pan or rolling pin

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 turkey breast fillets or turkey steaks  (500 g/ 12 oz)
    • 2 eggs
    • 80 g breadcrumbs (3 oz)
    • 3 tablespoon whipped cream alternatively use single cream
    • 5 tablespoon plain flour
    • salt and pepper
    • 40 gr vegetable oil or clarified butter

    Instructions
     

    Tenderise the meat 

    • Place the turkey fillet between two sheets of strong foil. (i.e. freezer bags). Flatten the meat using the flat side of a meat mallet. Alternatively use the bottom of a heavy pan. Season each schnitzel with salt and pepper.

    Coating the schnitzel

    • Coating the schnitzel in breadcrumbs - Let's prepare what in German is called a “Schnitzelstrasse” (a Schnitzel Street.) Whisk the egg with the cream until combined and pour into a shallow bowl. Sprinkle the flour onto a separate plate. Pour the breadcrumbs into a further shallow bowl. Place all the plates in a line. First, the flour, followed by the egg mixture and lastly the breadcrumbs.
    • Dredge each turkey schnitzel in the flour.
    • Then dip into the egg mixture.
    • Lastly, dredge the schnitzel in breadcrumbs until completly coated. Feel free to press the breadcrumbs onto the schnitzel with your hands.
    • Heat the oil or clarified butter in a frying pan. The oil should be hot, (ideal 170 degrees celcius) before the schnitzel is placed in a plan. You can test the heat with a few breadcrumbs first. Fry the schnitzel for about 3 minutes on each side on medium to high heat. The breadcrumb coat should be golden brown.
    • Remove from the pan and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels. Repeat the process with the remaining schnitzel.
    • Serve with a slice of lemon.

    Notes

    Please refer to the step by step images on the main post. 

    Storage Instructions 

    How long does turkey schnitzel stay good in the fridge?

    Turkey does not store as well as other meats. Best to consume within two days.

    Can I freeze the schnitzel?

    Of course, you can freeze this. I would advise you if possible to freeze it uncooked, and without the breadcrumb coat. If freeze a coated schnitzel, the coat might become soggy when defrosting.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 243kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 7gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 179mgPotassium: 85mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 142IUCalcium: 54mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword Putenschnitzel, Turkey Breast Schnitzel, Turkey Schnitzel
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    Comments

    1. Sisley White - Sew White

      March 23, 2021 at 10:13 am

      5 stars

      5 stars
      What a great dinner to have! Turkey really isn’t used enough so this is great. Thanks for linking up to #CookBlogShare

      Reply
    2. Cat | Curly's Cooking

      March 21, 2021 at 5:23 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so crisp and delicious! Such a tasty dinner.

      Reply
      • Marita

        March 21, 2021 at 4:24 pm

        thank you x

        Reply
    3. Chloe Edges

      March 21, 2021 at 3:47 pm

      5 stars
      Love this - I've got some turkey breast steaks in the freezer somewhere so I'll have to dig them out!

      Reply
    4. Jacqui – Recipes Made Easy:Only Crumbs Remain

      March 16, 2021 at 10:18 am

      5 stars
      I do like schnitzel I often make it with chicken so now i should try with turkey.

      Reply
    5. Al

      April 04, 2014 at 1:09 pm

      Lecker. 🙂 Interesting garlic sauce.
      Beautiful colors of the picture on that white table-cloth.
      Schnitzel sandwiches are indeed fabulous.

      Reply
      • Marita

        April 04, 2014 at 6:20 pm

        Thanks Al! Yes the garlic does give it a little extra taste. Enjoy your weekend.

        Reply
      • Brian J.

        March 02, 2022 at 7:43 am

        5 stars
        Made this for my family last night — a big hit. I used panko instead of finely ground breadcrumbs and it turned out great. Served with roasted fingerling potatoes. Thanks for a great recipe!

        Reply
        • Marita

          March 03, 2022 at 12:31 pm

          Hi Brian, thanks for your comment! I am glad your family enjoyed the schnitzel!

          Reply

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