eCook Meal
German Beef Schnitzel Dinner
with crispy ciabatta slices
Germans have some of the best go-to recipes for sensational stews. Like this one, Chef! Made with thin beef schnitzel slices embraced by a rich tomato passata & vegetable stock. Add flavours of garlic, crème fraîche & cheddar, plus crispy ciabatta to scoop up the goodness, and you’re sorted for dinner, Chef.
Serving guide
Choose your portion size.
SEAR THE SCHNITZEL
Boil the kettle. Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the schnitzel dry with paper towel. When hot, sear the schnitzel until browned, 30-60 seconds per side. Remove from the pan, season, and thinly slice.
TOMATO & VEG SAUCE
Place a pot over medium heat with a drizzle of oil and a knob of butter. When hot, fry the Onion and peppers until soft, 4-5 minutes. Add the spicy rub and the Garlic, and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes (shifting constantly). Pour in the tomato passata, the vegetable stock, and 150ml [300ml]|#7DA0D7 of boiling water. Simmer until the sauce has reduced, 12-15 minutes. Remove from the heat, mix through a sweetener (to taste), the crème fraîche, the beef slices, and seasoning. Sprinkle over the cheese and cover until melted.
GOLDEN CIABATTA
Slice the ciabatta roll/s into 2-3cm thin slices. Spread butter (optional) or oil over the slices. Place a pan over medium heat. When hot, toast the ciabatta slices until golden, 1-2 minutes per side.
GUTEN APPETIT!
Bowl up the creamy Beef and veg sauce. Serve the crispy bread slices alongside, ready to scoop and eat.
SEAR THE SCHNITZEL
Boil the kettle. Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the schnitzel dry with paper towel. When hot, sear the schnitzel until browned, 30-60 seconds per side. Remove from the pan, season, and thinly slice.
TOMATO & VEG SAUCE
Place a pot over medium heat with a drizzle of oil and a knob of butter. When hot, fry the Onion and peppers until soft, 4-5 minutes. Add the spicy rub and the Garlic, and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes (shifting constantly). Pour in the tomato passata, the vegetable stock, and 150ml [300ml]|#7DA0D7 of boiling water. Simmer until the sauce has reduced, 12-15 minutes. Remove from the heat, mix through a sweetener (to taste), the crème fraîche, the beef slices, and seasoning. Sprinkle over the cheese and cover until melted.
GOLDEN CIABATTA
Slice the ciabatta roll/s into 2-3cm thin slices. Spread butter (optional) or oil over the slices. Place a pan over medium heat. When hot, toast the ciabatta slices until golden, 1-2 minutes per side.
GUTEN APPETIT!
Bowl up the creamy Beef and veg sauce. Serve the crispy bread slices alongside, ready to scoop and eat.
SEAR THE SCHNITZEL
Boil the kettle. Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the schnitzel dry with paper towel. When hot, sear the schnitzel until browned, 30-60 seconds per side. You may need to do this step in batches. Remove from the pan, season, and thinly slice.
TOMATO & VEG SAUCE
Place a pot over medium heat with a drizzle of oil and a knob of butter. When hot, fry the Onion and peppers until soft, 5-6 minutes. Add the spicy rub and the Garlic, and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes (shifting constantly). Pour in the tomato passata, the vegetable stock, and 450ml [600ml]|#7DA0D7 of boiling water. Simmer until the sauce has reduced, 15-20 minutes. Remove from the heat, mix through a sweetener (to taste), the crème fraîche, the beef slices, and seasoning. Sprinkle over the cheese and cover until melted.
GOLDEN CIABATTA
Slice the ciabatta rolls into 2-3cm thin slices. Spread butter (optional) or oil over the slices. Place a pan over medium heat. When hot, toast the ciabatta slices until golden, 1-2 minutes per side.
GUTEN APPETIT!
Bowl up the creamy Beef and veg sauce. Serve the crispy bread slices alongside, ready to scoop and eat.
SEAR THE SCHNITZEL
Boil the kettle. Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the schnitzel dry with paper towel. When hot, sear the schnitzel until browned, 30-60 seconds per side. You may need to do this step in batches. Remove from the pan, season, and thinly slice.
TOMATO & VEG SAUCE
Place a pot over medium heat with a drizzle of oil and a knob of butter. When hot, fry the Onion and peppers until soft, 5-6 minutes. Add the spicy rub and the Garlic, and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes (shifting constantly). Pour in the tomato passata, the vegetable stock, and 450ml [600ml]|#7DA0D7 of boiling water. Simmer until the sauce has reduced, 15-20 minutes. Remove from the heat, mix through a sweetener (to taste), the crème fraîche, the beef slices, and seasoning. Sprinkle over the cheese and cover until melted.
GOLDEN CIABATTA
Slice the ciabatta rolls into 2-3cm thin slices. Spread butter (optional) or oil over the slices. Place a pan over medium heat. When hot, toast the ciabatta slices until golden, 1-2 minutes per side.
GUTEN APPETIT!
Bowl up the creamy Beef and veg sauce. Serve the crispy bread slices alongside, ready to scoop and eat.
Budget
What this meal costs at Woolies.
Estimated Woolies cost
R151.23
for 4 servings · R37.81 per serving
Pro-rated from each product's pack size. Effectively used; not the full pack price.
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Cheddar Cheese needs 120 gBulk Cheddar Cheese 850 g 850 g at R169.99 · 14% of packR24.00
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Bell Peppers needs 2Green Pepper R18.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R18.99
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Garlic Cloves needs 2Baby Potatoes with Garlic & Herb Butter 350 g R22.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R22.99
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Crème Fraîche needs 160 mlSour Cream 250 ml 250 ml at R36.99 · 64% of packR23.67
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Onions needs 2Cheese and Onion Rings and Balls Maize Snack 25 g R6.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R6.99
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Ciabatta Rolls needs 4Heat & Eat Ciabatta Rolls 6 pk R52.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R52.99
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Vegetable Stock needs 20 mlFresh Liquid Vegetable Stock 500 ml 500 ml at R39.99 · 4% of packR1.60
Not in the Woolies basket — source these elsewhere:
- Spicy Herb Rub
- Tomato Passata
- Beef Schnitzel (without crumb)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for German Beef Schnitzel Dinner?
The preparation time for German Beef Schnitzel Dinner with crispy ciabatta slices is between 25 and 50 minutes.
What is the total time required to make German Beef Schnitzel Dinner with crispy ciabatta slices?
The total time required to make German Beef Schnitzel Dinner with crispy ciabatta slices is between 35 and 60 minutes.
How many servings does German Beef Schnitzel Dinner provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in German Beef Schnitzel Dinner?
Beef, Beef Schnitzel (without crumb), Bell Pepper, Cheddar Cheese, Ciabatta Roll, Creme Fraiche, Garlic, Onion, Spicy Herb Rub, Tomato Passata, Vegetable Stock
What is the nutritional information of German Beef Schnitzel Dinner?
Calories: 875, Carbs: 85.6 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 58.5 grams, Sugar: 22.8 grams, Salt: 1457.3 grams
How do I prepare German Beef Schnitzel Dinner?
TOMATO & VEG SAUCE: Place a pot over medium heat with a drizzle of oil and a knob of butter. When hot, fry the onion and peppers until soft, 4-5 minutes. Add the spicy rub and the garlic, and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes (shifting constantly). Pour in the tomato passata, the vegetable stock, and 150ml [300ml]|#7DA0D7 of boiling water. Simmer until the sauce has reduced, 12-15 minutes. Remove from the heat, mix through a sweetener (to taste), the crème fraîche, the beef slices, and seasoning. Sprinkle over the cheese and cover until melted. GUTEN APPETIT!: Bowl up the creamy beef and veg sauce. Serve the crispy bread slices alongside, ready to scoop and eat. GOLDEN CIABATTA: Slice the ciabatta roll/s into 2-3cm thin slices. Spread butter (optional) or oil over the slices. Place a pan over medium heat. When hot, toast the ciabatta slices until golden, 1-2 minutes per side. SEAR THE SCHNITZEL: Boil the kettle. Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the schnitzel dry with paper towel. When hot, sear the schnitzel until browned, 30-60 seconds per side. Remove from the pan, season, and thinly slice.
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make German Beef Schnitzel Dinner?
Beef, Beef Schnitzel (without crumb), Bell Pepper, Cheddar Cheese, Ciabatta Roll, Creme Fraiche, Garlic, Onion, Spicy Herb Rub, Tomato Passata, Vegetable Stock
How many calories does German Beef Schnitzel Dinner have?
875 calories
How much fat content does German Beef Schnitzel Dinner have?
grams