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Celebrate National Wiener Schnitzel Day with a delicious twist on the classic dish! Check out our unique recipes and deals to make your day extra tasty!
Get ready to celebrate National Wiener Schnitzel Day on September 9! This German dish dates back over 200 years and is made from veal pounded thin, breaded, fried and usually served with a wedge of lemon. While today it's an iconic dish in Austria, Germany and many other European countries, there are also variations all around the world with different proteins like pork or chicken. It's time to get creative in the kitchen this National Wiener Schnitzel Day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1700s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origin of the Schnitzel</div><div class='timeline-text'>The concept of the schnitzel, a dish of breaded and fried meat, originated in the region that is now Austria and Germany in the 18th century.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>From Schweineschnitzel to Wiener Schnitzel</div><div class='timeline-text'>The term 'Wiener Schnitzel' was first used in the 19th century, with 'Wiener' referring to 'from Vienna' and 'Schnitzel' referring to 'cutlet'.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1935</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Austrian Law on Wiener Schnitzel</div><div class='timeline-text'>Austria codified that Wiener Schnitzel must be made of veal, to distinguish it from cheaper variants made from pork.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Wiener Schnitzel Goes Global</div><div class='timeline-text'>The dish started gaining international popularity in the 1960s with Austrian immigrants bringing the beloved dish to their new homelands.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Wiener Schnitzel Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Wiener Schnitzel Day was established to celebrate this delicious dish every year on September 9th.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make your own Wiener Schnitzel</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Wiener Schnitzel is not as hard to make as you might think. You'll need a few ingredients like pork cutlets, flour, eggs, breadcrumbs and oil for frying. Start by pounding the cutlets thin, coating in the flour, egg and breadcrumbs, and frying until golden brown.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go out for Wiener Schnitzel</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If making your own Wiener Schnitzel isn't your cup of tea, then why not head out to a restaurant instead? Search for Wiener Schnitzel on Yelp and see where your schnitzel adventure takes you.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a cooking class</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Search out your local cooking school and sign up for a Wiener Schnitzel making course. Learn how to make the perfect Wiener Schnitzel from an expert chef.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit Vienna</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>The origin of Wiener Schnitzel is Vienna, Austria. Take a trip to Vienna or the nearby area to experience the sights and tastes of this classic dish.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a dinner party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends together and host a dinner party featuring delicious Wiener Schnitzels. Make it fun with decorations, music and entertainment to celebrate this special day.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Wiener Schnitzel is delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Wiener schnitzel is a classic Austrian dish, made of lightly fried thin cuts of veal. It's crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, and can be served with a variety of sides such as boiled potatoes, roasted vegetables, or even sauerkraut!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Wiener Schnitzel is easy to make</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Unlike some other more complex recipes, Wiener schnitzel doesn't require any fancy kitchen gadgets or ingredients. All you need are four simple components - pork cutlets, flour, eggs and breadcrumbs - and you're good to go!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Wiener Schnitzel represents international flavors</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By celebrating National Wiener Schnitzel Day, we get to experience different cultures and cuisines from around the world. From the traditional origins of this iconic dish in Austria, to the various interpretations found across Europe and beyond, it provides an opportunity to explore different flavors and traditions of global cuisine!</p></div></div>
National Wiener Schnitzel Day is celebrated on September 9 every year. In 2024 National Wiener Schnitzel Day will occur on a Monday.
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