Jaeger schnitzel

35 min
medium
17 ingredients

Jaeger schnitzel

History and Origin of Jaeger Schnitzel

Jaeger Schnitzel, also known as Jägerschnitzel, has its roots in German cuisine, where it is a highly appreciated traditional dish. Its name comes from the German word "Jäger," meaning "hunter," referring to the dish's characteristic sauce made with forest ingredients like mushrooms and bacon, evoking the flavors of the forest.

In Latin American countries, Jaeger Schnitzel may have different names or variations depending on the region. For example, in Mexico, it is common to find similar dishes under the name "Milanesa with mushroom sauce," while in Argentina and Uruguay, it is simply preferred as "Milanesa with cream and mushrooms." Despite these differences, the general concept of breaded meat accompanied by a creamy and savory sauce is very popular throughout the region.

This dish combines the European technique of breading meat with robust flavors and a rich sauce, making it a favorite option for those who enjoy a comforting and flavorful meal.

How to Prepare Jaeger Schnitzel

Ingredients: Veal Cutlet, Eggs, Salt and Pepper, Bread Crumbs, Oil, Bacon, Onions, Mushrooms, Tomato Paste, Water, Dry Red Wine, Dried Thyme, Salt, Pepper, Paprika, Parsley, Sour Cream.

Steps:

Preparing the meat: pound the cutlets and rub with salt and pepper.

Let rest for approximately 10 minutes.

Dip the cutlets in beaten egg and then in bread crumbs.

Brown in a small amount of oil over low heat for approximately 10 minutes on each side.

Prepare the sauce while the meat is browning; sauté bacon and onions until golden brown.

Add tomato paste and mushrooms, and sauté over low heat.

Add wine, water, and seasonings.

Let simmer for approximately 5 minutes.

Incorporate the sour cream.

Pour over the schnitzel.

Escalope de Jaeger

Ingredients (17)

  • Veal Cutlet
  • Eggs
  • Salt And Pepper
  • Breadcrumbs
  • Oil
  • Bacon
  • Onions
  • Mushrooms
  • Tomato Paste
  • Water
  • Dry Red Wine
  • Dried Thyme
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Paprika
  • Parsley
  • Sour Cream

Instructions (14 steps)

  1. 1 Meat preparation: Pound the chops and rub with salt and pepper
  2. 2 Let rest for approximately 10 minutes
  3. 3 Dip the chops in beaten egg and then in breadcrumbs
  4. 4 Brown in a small amount of oil over low heat for approximately 10 minutes on each side
  5. 5 Sauce preparation while the meat browns
  6. 6 sauté bacon and onions until golden
  7. 7 Add tomato paste and mushrooms
  8. 8 and sauté over low heat
  9. 9 Add wine
  10. 10 water
  11. 11 and seasonings
  12. 12 Let simmer over low heat for approximately 5 minutes
  13. 13 Incorporate the sour cream
  14. 14 Pour over the schnitzel