Crispy Beef Schnitzel Parmigiana Recipe

This Crispy Beef Schnitzel Parmigiana is the ultimate comfort food—tender beef coated in golden breadcrumbs, topped with rich tomato sauce and bubbly mozzarella. Easy to make, totally crave-worthy, and ready to impress.

📝 Ingredients

• 1.3 lbs whole eye fillet
• 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 tablespoon parsley (chopped)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 cup oil
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoons oregano
• 9 oz mozzarella cheese
• 1 teaspoon fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion (chopped)
• 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
• 14 ounces tomato puree Passata
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian herb
• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Set up your breading station.In a wide bowl, mix the flour with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. In another bowl, beat the eggs with parsley and a pinch of salt. Pour the breadcrumbs into a third bowl or shallow dish.
2. 2Season the beef.Pat the beef dry and season lightly with salt and pepper. For best results, slice it very thin so it stays tender after frying.
3. 3Bread the schnitzels.Coat each slice of beef in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mix, and finally press into the breadcrumbs to coat well on both sides.
4. 4Fry until golden.Heat oil to 300°F (150°C) in a large skillet. Fry schnitzels for 4–5 minutes per side, or until crispy and golden brown. If your beef is extra thin, reduce frying time to 3–4 minutes per side.
5. 5Drain the schnitzels.Transfer fried schnitzels to a plate lined with paper towel and let rest while preparing the sauce.
6. 6Make the sauce heat oil in a medium-sized pot. Fry onion until transparent (about 3 minutes), then add the garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
7. 7Add the tomato puree, salt and pepper to taste, Italian herbs and sugar (If using). Cover with lid to simmer for about 8 minutes, or until sauce has thickened slightly. Taste test and adjust salt and pepper, if needed.
8. 8Assemble and top.Place schnitzels on a baking tray or dish lightly sprayed with oil. Spoon over the sauce, and top with shredded mozzarella.
9. 9Bake (or air fry!) to finish.Bake in a 170°C (340°F) oven for 10 minutes until the cheese melts and starts to brown.Air fryer option: Cook at 240°C (460°F) for 3 minutes for a quick, melty finish.