Kotlet Schabowy, a Polish classic like schnitzel. Easy to make, these breaded pork cutlets are crispy outside, tender inside, perfect for any meal or occasion !

Here's a recipe for Kotlet Schabowy, Polish breaded pork cutlets similar to schnitzel:

Ingredients:

  - 4 boneless pork chops

  - Salt and pepper

  - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

  - 2 large eggs

  - 1 cup breadcrumbs

  - Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions:

1- Place each pork chop between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them with a meat mallet until they are about 1/4 inch thick. Season each side with salt and pepper.

2- Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes. Place flour in one, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs in the third.

3- Dredge each pork chop in flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the pork chops in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

4- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded pork chops for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

5- Remove the pork chops from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Enjoy your Kotlet Schabowy!

Nutritional Values:

Here are the approximate nutritional values for the ingredients used in the Kotlet Schabowy recipe:

Boneless pork chops (4 oz each, 4 total):

  - Calories: 280

  - Protein: 30g

  - Fat: 17g

  - Carbohydrates: 0g

  - Fiber: 0g

  - Sugars: 0g

benefits: Provide high-quality protein, essential for muscle repair and growth. They also contain essential vitamins and minerals like B vitamins, zinc, and iron, important for overall health.

Salt and pepper (to taste):

  - Negligible in calories, protein, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, and sugars.

benefits: While these ingredients are used for flavoring and seasoning rather than nutrition, pepper contains antioxidants, and both can enhance the taste of food without adding calories.

All-purpose flour (1/2 cup):

  - Calories: 220

  - Protein: 6g

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 46g

  - Fiber: 2g

  - Sugars: 0g

benefits: Contains carbohydrates, which are the body's primary source of energy. It also provides some fiber, important for digestive health, and small amounts of protein.

Large eggs (2):

  - Calories: 140

  - Protein: 12g

  - Fat: 10g

  - Carbohydrates: 2g

  - Fiber: 0g

  - Sugars: 2g

benefits: Excellent source of high-quality protein and contain essential amino acids. They also provide vitamins D, B6, B12, and minerals like zinc and iron, which are important for various bodily functions.

Breadcrumbs (1 cup):

  - Calories: 430

  - Protein: 12g

  - Fat: 4g

  - Carbohydrates: 84g

  - Fiber: 6g

  - Sugars: 8g

benefits: While not very nutritious on their own, breadcrumbs can add texture and flavor to dishes. Whole grain breadcrumbs can provide some fiber and micronutrients compared to white breadcrumbs.

Vegetable oil (for frying, estimated 1 cup):

  - Calories: 1920

  - Protein: 0g

  - Fat: 224g

  - Carbohydrates: 0g

  - Fiber: 0g

  - Sugars: 0g

benefits: Contains unsaturated fats, which can help reduce bad cholesterol levels and lower the risk of heart disease. It also provides vitamin E, an antioxidant important for skin health.

Please note that these values are approximate and can vary based on the specific brands and types of ingredients used.