Schnitzel Burger (Schnitzelbrötchen)

Schnitzelbrötchen, also known as Schnitzel Burger, is a popular street food in Hamburg, Germany. This delicious sandwich features a crispy schnitzel patty served on a soft bread roll with flavorful toppings.

Schnitzel Burger (Schnitzelbrötchen)

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless pork chops
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 4 soft bread rolls
  • 4 lettuce leaves
  • 4 tomato slices
  • 4 onion slices
  • 4 pickles
  • Mayonnaise, mustard, and ketchup for serving

Instructions

  1. Place the pork chops between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to 1/4-inch thickness.
  2. Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
  3. Dredge each pork chop in flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
  4. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Assemble the schnitzelbrötchen by placing a lettuce leaf, tomato slice, onion slice, and pickle on the bottom half of each bread roll. Top with a schnitzel patty and desired condiments.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large skillet Plastic wrap Shallow dishes

Tools

Meat mallet Tongs

Serving suggestions

Schnitzelbrötchen pairs well with a side of potato salad or french fries.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, season the breadcrumbs with paprika, garlic powder, and dried herbs before coating the pork chops.

Cost

$15