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    Top 15 Types of Schnitzel Variations That Everybody Loves

    Schnitzel is a popular meal with young and old alike. I've never met anyone who didn't enjoy a good schnitzel. There are numerous schnitzel varieties, and in this post, I'll introduce you to the 15 most popular schnitzel recipes.

    There are various types of schnitzel, as well as numerous side dishes and sauces that are served with schnitzel. Schnitzel is traditionally served with French fries, spaetzle, dumplings, noodles, or potato salad in Germany.

    If you like it healthy, a simple schnitzel with a large German mixed salad platter will satisfy you.

    Jump to:
    • Top 1 – Wiener Schnitzel – Wienerschnitzel
    • Top 2 – Breaded Schnitzel – Paniertes Schnitzel
    • Top 3 – Unbreaded Schnitzel – Schnitzel Natur
    • Top 4 – Jager Schnitzel – Jägerschnitzel
    • Top 5 – Schnitzel With Cream Gravy – Rahmschnitzel
    • Top 6 – Gypsy Schnitzel – Zigeunerschnitzel
    • Top 7 – Schnitzel Sandwich
    • Top 8 – Bierschnitzel – Tender Schnitzel Baked in Beer With Cheese Topping
    • Top 9 – Frankfurt Schnitzel With Green Sauce
    • Top 10 – Zwiebelschnitzel - Baked Chicken Schnitzel with Onion Gravy
    • Top 11 – Pork Schnitzel Cordon Bleu
    • Top 12 – Bavarian Schnitzel Munich Style
    • Top 13 – Schnitzel Strips in Mustard Sauce
    • Top 14 – Holstein Schnitzel
    • Top 15 – Air Fryer Chicken Schnitzel With Low Carb Breading

    Top 1 – Wiener Schnitzel – Wienerschnitzel

    One of the most famous schnitzel is the Wienerschnitzel. The name Wiener Schnitzel is protected and must be made from veal. The slice of veal is pounded very thinly, breaded and fried in a generous amount of lard.

    Wiener veal schnitzel with lemon slices and glass of red wine.

    Top 2 – Breaded Schnitzel – Paniertes Schnitzel

    Another famous schnitzel is the breaded schnitzel which is the one you will most likely eat if someone serves you a German schnitzel. It is usually made from pork and you will find variations with all kinds of different meat and even vegan versions with tofu or vegetables as the meat substitute.

    German pork schnitzel with french fries and lemon slices on a dark plate.

    Top 3 – Unbreaded Schnitzel – Schnitzel Natur

    The so-called Schnitzel Natur is a simple unbreaded schnitzel usually made from pork but it is very popular also from turkey, chicken, veal, beef or even venison. It is especially popular for health-conscious people or people who want to lose weight.

    Unbreaded pork chop with boiled potatoes German schnitzel sauce and tomato salad.

    Top 4 – Jager Schnitzel – Jägerschnitzel

    Jägerschnitzel is topped with a creamy or brown mushroom sauce and is served with a breaded or unbreaded schnitzel in Germany. In the East German Jägerschnitzel is different to the popular known version. The East German jager schnitzel consists of a breaded slice of Jagdwurst (chasseur sausage) which is served with noodles and aromatic tomato sauce.

    Jager schnitzel with mushroom sauce and fries.

    Top 5 – Schnitzel With Cream Gravy – Rahmschnitzel

    The Rahmschnitzel is smothered with a creamy, tasty sauce and can also be served like the Jägerschnitzel on a breaded or unbreaded schnitzel.

    Rahmschnitzel in German cream sauce with noodles.

    Top 6 – Gypsy Schnitzel – Zigeunerschnitzel

    A Zigeunerschnitzel or also called Paprikaschnitzel (bell pepper schnitzel) has a flavorful, tangy topping with roasted onions and bell peppers.

    Zigeuner schnitzel with bell pepper sauce and lemon slices.

    Top 7 – Schnitzel Sandwich

    One of the most favorite snacks on the go in Germany are Schnitzelbrötchen. A breaded schnitzel is served on a crispy German roll with mayo, mustard and ketchup and some lettuce leaves and or some slices of pickles.

    German pork schnitzel sandwich.

    Top 8 – Bierschnitzel – Tender Schnitzel Baked in Beer With Cheese Topping

    If you are a beer and cheese lover, the Bierschnitzel will make you fall in love with this recipe. This delicious schnitzel casserole is ideal for your next Oktoberfest party. Tender, not breaded, schnitzels are covered in a delicious beer sauce, then topped with cheese and baked in the oven. The dish comes together quickly and tastes fantastic.

    Pork schnitzel baked in beer with cheese topping.

    Top 9 – Frankfurt Schnitzel With Green Sauce

    Frankfurter Sauce is a traditional German herb sauce that is typically served with potatoes and hard-boiled eggs. However, because the flavorful sauce is so popular, it is often served alongside other dishes. The Frankfurter Schnitzel, which is mentioned here, is also rather popular.

    Breaded pork schnitzel with Franfurt green sauce.

    Top 10 – Zwiebelschnitzel - Baked Chicken Schnitzel with Onion Gravy

    Zwiebelschnitzel is a kind of schnitzel casserole dish and another lesser-known German schnitzel delicacy. The schnitzels for this dish are not breaded; instead, they are browned in a pan for a few minutes. They are then baked in a baking dish with an onion, cream, and wine sauce and a cheese topping.

    Zwiebelschnitzel in creamy onion sauce with vegetable side dish and tater tots.

    Top 11 – Pork Schnitzel Cordon Bleu

    The veal cordon bleu is a famous French dish. The German version of this dish is typically made with pork schnitzel that has been stuffed with ham and cheese, breaded, and deep-fried. It's usually served with fries and lemon wedges.

    Schnitzel cordon bleu with potato dumplings and mixed salad.

    Top 12 – Bavarian Schnitzel Munich Style

    Munich Schnitzel, also known as Bavarian Schnitzel, is a relatively unknown but delicious German Schnitzel variation. Before breading, the Schnitzel is coated with sweet mustard on one side and horseradish on the other. This adds a unique flavor and aroma to the schnitzel.

    Munich style Bavarian schnitzel on white plate with fried potatoes, salad and lemon slices on a blue napkin.

    Top 13 – Schnitzel Strips in Mustard Sauce

    This delectable cutlet recipe can also be made with pork loin. The fine schnitzel strips are seared to perfection and served with a delicate mustard sauce. A quick and simple recipe that tastes gourmet but requires minimal effort and ingredients.

    Schnitzel strips in mustard sauce with green beans and red potatoes.

    Top 14 – Holstein Schnitzel

    Schnitzel Holstein style is a unique veal schnitzel recipe from the North of Germany that requires little effort and yields a lot of flavor! The old recipe has a few small variations depending on the region of Germany. However, fried eggs and fish are always present and complement the meat perfectly.

    The Holstein Schnitzel is traditionally served with fried potatoes, beets, and gherkins, and sometimes with green beans.

    Holstein schnitzel with fried eggs and cucumber.

    Top 15 – Air Fryer Chicken Schnitzel With Low Carb Breading

    Air fryers are an excellent way to cook chicken schnitzel strips. This low carb breading is all the rage in Germany right now, making these breaded chicken schnitzel strips a quick, easy, and healthy dish. They cook in minutes and are crispy and delicious.

    Air fryer chicken schnitzel on white plate with lemon slice and parsley.

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