Cutlets have long been a favorite dish of many cultures around the world, and they are versatile enough to become the main ingredient of countless dishes. Here are five delicious recipes where cutlets take center stage:
1. French Cutlet Schnitzel – Crispy chicken cutlets pounded thin, coated in panko bread crumbs, and fried until golden brown. Serve with a side of lemon wedges for an extra zing.
2. Italian-Style Baked Cutlet Parmigiana – Layered cutlets smothered in a rich marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
3. Asian-Style Sweet and Sour Cutlet – Start with tender cutlets coated in a light egg batter and deep fried to perfection. Then serve with a sweet and sour sauce made of pineapple, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, vinegar and brown sugar.
4. Mexican Grilled Fish Cutlet Tacos – Marinated fish cutlets grilled until golden and flaky. Serve in warm corn or flour tortillas with your favorite toppings such as salsa, guacamole, lettuce, tomatoes and cheese.
5. Indian-Style Spicy Cutlet Curry – Tender morsels of cutlets simmered in a spicy curry sauce made of tomatoes, onions, garlic and a variety of spices. Serve over steamed basmati rice for a delicious meal.