Pork parmesan schnitzel with butternut squash and apple salad
This is my healthier take on the German classic. Paired with apple (pork’s best friend) and plenty of herbs, the schnitzel sits on a bed of farro wheat, which is similar in look, texture and expense to pearl barley.
Ingredients
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1/2
small butternut squash, deseeded and diced into 2cm cubes
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1 tbsp
olive oil
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50g
plain flour
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1 tsp
dried thyme
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30g
parmesan, grated
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50g
panko breadcrumbs
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1
medium free-range egg, beaten
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1 tsp
wholegrain mustard
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2
pork chops
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125g
quick-cook farro
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80g
frozen edamame beans
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1
eating apple, cored and cut into matchsticks
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1
spring onion, trimmed and finely sliced
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1
carrot, peeled and grated
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1
small red pepper, deseeded and finely sliced
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1 tsp
fresh chives, finely chopped
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1 tsp
fresh parsley, finely chopped
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1 tsp
extra-virgin olive oil
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12
basil leaves, torn
Directions
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Spread the butternut squash out on a large baking sheet, drizzle over 2 teaspoons of olive oil, and roast in a preheated at 200C for 40-45 minutes until soft and caramelised.
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Season the flour and tip onto a plate. Using another plate, combine the thyme, parmesan and breadcrumbs and season generously.
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Mix the egg with the mustard and pour onto a third plate. Pat the pork dry, then bash with a rolling pin to flatten slightly.
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Coat each chop in the flour followed by the egg mixture, letting any excess drip away. Dip in the breadcrumbs until well covered and place on a baking tray lined with foil.
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Brush with the remaining oil and bake in the oven at 200C for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway, or until the pork is golden and cooked through.
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Meanwhile, cook the farro wheat and edamame beans according to pack instructions. Drain well and combine with the butternut squash and the remaining ingredients, except the basil.
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Divide the salad between two plates, top with the pork and scatter over the basil leaves before serving.
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