How to Make Venison Schnitzel - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to classic and comforting German cuisine, few dishes are as beloved as schnitzel. Traditionally made with a thin, breaded and fried cutlet of meat, schnitzel has been a staple in German households for generations. While veal or pork schnitzel may be the most well-known varieties, venison schnitzel offers a unique and flavorful twist on this timeless dish.

Venison, or deer meat, is a lean and tender protein that adds a rich and earthy flavor to any dish. When prepared as ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds venison tenderloin
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons bacon drippings
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 cup dry bread crumbs
  • ½ cup crushed buttery round cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Cut tenderloin into 1/2 inch steaks. Slice each steak in half horizontally, from the smallest toward the largest side, until there is only a very small section keeping the two halves connected. Slice a few small scores on the outer edges of each steak to prevent them from curling up when frying.
  • Preheat oil and bacon drippings in a large heavy skillet over medium high heat. In a large shallow dish, combine flour, salt and pepper. In a separate shallow bowl, beat together egg and milk. In another shallow dish, combine bread crumbs and cracker crumbs.
  • Dredge the steaks in the seasoned flour, and using a meat mallet, pound them down to just slightly less than their 1/4 inch thickness. Dip the steaks in the egg mixture, then coat each steak on both sides with the crumbs. Set aside on a clean plate. When all steaks are evenly coated, place prepared steaks gently in a single layer into the hot oil.
  • Fry steaks for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle each steak lightly with lemon juice.
  • Nutrition

    670 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 242mg
    • Sodium: 988mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 60g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 86mg
    • Iron: 11mg
    • Potassium: 839mg