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Breadcrumb coating falls off

Also searched as: coating comes off, schnitzel coating falls off, breading falls off

In short: Moisture or too little grip between the layers. Sometimes too little fat as well.

Picture it

Like wallpaper on a damp wall.

What happened in your kitchen?

Question 1

Did you pat the meat dry before flouring?

Wet meat
Steam between meat and coating pushes it off.
Next time: Pat dry · Coat thinly in flour and tap off the excess
Too little fat, too cool
The coating does not set fast enough and soaks up fat.
Next time: Plenty of fat, well heated · Let the schnitzel float
Turned too often or pierced
The crust tears before it has set.
Next time: Use tongs or a slice, and turn once

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