
A historical main dish from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913). Pork cutlets prepared in this manner may be stewed instead of being fried. Add to them a little water, and stew them slowly till thoroughly done, keeping them closely covered, except when you remove the lid to skim them. Serve with apple sauce.
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Cut them from the leg, and remove the skin
Trim them and beat them, and sprinkle on salt and pepper
Prepare some beaten egg in a pan, and on a flat dish a mixture of bread crumbs, minced onion and sage
Put some lard or drippings into a frying pan over the fire
When it boils put in the cutlets, having dipped every one first in the egg, and then in the seasoning
Fry them twenty or thirty minutes, turning them often
After you have taken them out of the frying pan, skim the gravy, dredge in a little flour, give it one boil, and then pour it on the dish round the cutlets
Have apple sauce to eat with them
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
The double coating of egg wash and seasoned breadcrumbs creates a protective barrier that seals in moisture while developing a crispy crust through the Maillard reaction. Beating the cutlets breaks down muscle fibers, tenderizing the meat and creating an even thickness for uniform cooking. The long cooking time (20-30 minutes) at moderate heat ensures pork reaches a safe internal temperature of 145°F while the breading browns without burning.
The cutlets can be breaded up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerated uncovered on a wire rack, which helps the coating dry and adhere better. The apple sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Store cooked cutlets in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat and restore crispness, place on a wire rack set over a baking sheet and warm in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes. Do not microwave, as this will make the breading soggy. Store gravy separately and reheat gently on the stovetop.
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The cutlets can be breaded up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerated uncovered on a wire rack, which helps the coating dry and adhere better. The apple sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Store cooked cutlets in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat and restore crispness, place on a wire rack set over a baking sheet and warm in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes. Do not microwave, as this will make the breading soggy. Store gravy separately and reheat gently on the stovetop.