📍 Where this dish comes from: Tel Aviv, Israel · Carmel Market (Shuk HaCarmel)
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Schnitzel is about as ubiquitous in Israeli homes as a sandwich is anywhere else, and its appeal is obvious the moment it hits the pan — a thin cutlet, breaded and fried until deeply golden and genuinely crisp.
What You’ll Need
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 380kcal
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup golden flaxseed meal
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1/2 cup avocado oil for frying
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Mix almond flour, flaxseed meal, paprika, and garlic powder in a shallow bowl.
- Dip each chicken cutlet in beaten egg, then press into the almond flour mixture, coating both sides.
- Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry cutlets 3–4 minutes per side, until deeply golden and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 380kcal | Protein: 34g | Fat: 24g | Fiber: 2g
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Health Benefits
- Chicken breast is a lean, high-protein cut well suited to quick cooking.
- Almond flour provides healthy fats and fiber in place of a traditional breadcrumb coating.
- A naturally gluten-free version of one of the most popular dishes in Israeli home cooking.
Pairs Well With
- Garlic Roasted Green Beans
- Israeli Chopped Salad