schnitzel a la lüchow (veal cutlets)

Recipe by
Mikekey *
Seattle, WA

Originated at Luchow's German restaurant in NYC. Serve with steamed asparagus.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For schnitzel a la lüchow (veal cutlets)

  • 4
    (6 oz. each) veal cutlets, about 1/4 inch thick
  • 4 Tbsp
    butter
  • SAUCE
  • 1 c
    beef broth
  • 1 tsp
    butter
  • 1 tsp
    all purpose flour
  • EGGS
  • 6 lg
    eggs, beaten
  • 1 Tbsp
    chopped fresh chives
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 Tbsp
    butter
  • 10 md
    fresh mushrooms, sliced

How To Make schnitzel a la lüchow (veal cutlets)

  • 1
    Pound cutlets with the site of a heavy knife or cleaver, between sheets of waxed paper, until very thin.
  • 2
    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 4 tablespoons butter and cook cutlets for about 1 minute per side or until nicely browned. Remove to a warm serving dish and keep warm.
  • 3
    For the sauce, in the same pan, add beef broth and cook over high heat until reduced to 1/2 cup. Mix butter and flour into a paste and add to broth and stir until smooth. Keep hot.
  • 4
    For the eggs, combine eggs, chives and salt and pepper. In another skillet over medium heat, add 4 tablespoons butter and saute mushrooms for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Add eggs and stir with a wooden spoon until eggs are barely set.
  • 5
    Spoon eggs over cutlets. Streak each serving with the sauce and serve.

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