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Wiener Schnitzel

Pronunciation: [VEE-nuhr SHNIHT-suhl]

German for "Viennese cutlet," this famous Viennese dish actually originated in France. It's a veal scallop that is dipped in flour, beaten egg and breadcrumbs before being sautéed. Wiener schnitzel is usually garnished with lemon slices and sometimes hard-cooked egg, anchovies or capers.

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