Mulun Schnitzel

Ingredients

In the original Croatian dish, Mulun, the sauce is typically served with grilled meat or fish. However, in this adapted German version, the mulun sauce is paired with a breaded and fried pork cutlet, creating a unique fusion of flavors and textures. We alse have the original recipe for Mulun, so you can check it out.

• 4 pork cutlets (150g each) (5.3 oz) 4 pork cutlets (150g each) (5.3 oz)
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs, beaten 2 large eggs, beaten
• 2 cups (200g) breadcrumbs 2 cups (200g) breadcrumbs
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Vegetable oil, for frying Vegetable oil, for frying
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 cups (500g) canned crushed tomatoes 2 cups (500g) canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon paprika 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sugar
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 38g, 8g
• Protein: 32g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Pound the pork cutlets to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch.
2. 2.
   Season the cutlets with salt and pepper.
3. 3.
   Place the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate shallow bowls.
4. 4.
   Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
5. 5.
   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6. 6.
   Fry the breaded cutlets for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
7. 7.
   In the same skillet, sauté the onion, red bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
8. 8.
   Add the crushed tomatoes, paprika, and sugar to the skillet. Stir well and simmer for 10 minutes.
9. 9.
   Season the mulun sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
10. 10.
    Serve the crispy pork cutlets topped with the mulun sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Pork cutlets — Pound the cutlets gently to ensure even thickness, which helps them cook evenly and tenderize the meat.
• Mulun sauce — Adjust the spiciness of the sauce by adding more or less paprika according to your preference.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra crispy coating, double coat the pork cutlets by dipping them in the beaten eggs and breadcrumbs twice.
• Serve the Mulun Schnitzel with a side of German potato salad for a complete meal.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, remove the seeds from the red bell pepper before chopping.

Serving advice

Serve the Mulun Schnitzel hot, accompanied by a generous portion of mulun sauce. Pair it with a side of German potato salad and a fresh green salad for a satisfying and balanced meal.

Presentation advice

Place the Mulun Schnitzel on a plate, drizzle the mulun sauce over the top, and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with a side of German potato salad and a colorful salad to create an appealing and appetizing presentation.