Beef Cutlets Recipe
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, beef cutlets are a versatile dish made with seasoned beef, coated in breadcrumbs, and fried or baked to perfection.
Equipment
- Meat mallet
- Mixing bowls
- Skillet or frying pan
- Whisk
- Tongs
- Paper towel-lined plate
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or cubed steak
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika or turmeric
- 1 cup breadcrumbs or panko
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp dried herbs optional
- Olive oil or vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Flatten cubed steak or mix ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Set up a dredging station: one bowl with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
- Coat each beef cutlet in flour, dip in eggs, and cover with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each cutlet for 3–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: ~161 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4.5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Zinc: 9% DV
- Phosphorus: 56mg (8% DV)