World Flavors Cookbook

Karbonāde (Latvian Pork Schnitzel)

Name: Karbonāde (Latvian Pork Schnitzel)
Cook time: 15 min
Cuisine: Latvia
Ingredients: 4 pork loin chops 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup flour or breadcrumbs Salt and pepper Oil for frying Optional: fresh mushrooms and cream for sauce

A tenderized pork chop breaded and fried, often served with a creamy mushroom sauce.

Cuisine: Latvia

Ingredients

4 pork loin chops 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup flour or breadcrumbs Salt and pepper Oil for frying Optional: fresh mushrooms and cream for sauce

Instructions

1. Place the pork chops between sheets of plastic wrap and pound them with a meat mallet until thin and tender. 2. Season the meat with salt and pepper. 3. Dredge each chop in flour, then dip in beaten egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs (or more flour). 4. Heat oil in a pan and fry the chops until golden brown and cooked through (about 4-5 minutes per side). 5. Serve with boiled potatoes and a side of fresh salad.