Although closely linked with Vienna (Wiener means “Viennese” in German), the Schnitzel actually originated in Milan, Italy. The dish is not one of those traditions only found in tourism brochures. It really is a hugely popular meal in Austrian homes, though most families use pork rather than veal (see later).

Is schnitzel German or Polish?

Schnitzel is a dish of thin cutlets of meat that are breaded and fried. It is a simple dish, but the crispy exterior and juicy interior are a combo that have gained it much popularity. What is this? Even though we most often think of schnitzel as a German dish, it actually originated in Austria.

Is schnitzel German or Israeli?

The schnitzel tradition was brought from Europe to Israel by Ashkenazi Jews. During the early years of the state of Israel, veal was not obtainable, and chicken or turkey proved to be inexpensive and tasty substitutes. Packaged schnitzels are widely available in the frozen food section of most supermarkets.