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Cordon Bleu Suisse

Name: Cordon Bleu Suisse
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 veal or pork cutlets, about 5 oz each, pounded to 1/4 inch thick; 4 slices cooked ham; 4 slices Gruyère or Emmental cheese; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp paprika; 4 tbsp butter, plus 2 tbsp neutral oil, for frying; Lemon wedges, for serving

Golden veal cutlets stuffed with ham and Gruyère, breaded and fried until the cheese runs — a Swiss icon.

⏱ 25 minPrep time

🔥 15 minCook time

🍽 4Servings

🏷 DinnerCategory

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A golden, crisp cutlet hiding a molten core: thin veal pounded flat, wrapped around ham and cheese, breaded, and fried until the cheese pulls in long ribbons. Cordon Bleu Suisse is dinner as a happy event.

The Swiss version leans on mountain cheeses like Gruyère and Emmental for maximum stretch. Serve it with lemon wedges, boiled potatoes, and a crisp green salad to cut through the richness.

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Step by stepInstructions

Lay a cutlet flat and top with a slice of ham and a slice of cheese, folding the ham to fit. Fold the cutlet over and secure the edges with toothpicks.
Season the flour with salt and pepper. Dredge each packet in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs, pressing firmly.
Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the cutlets 4–5 minutes per side until deep golden and the cheese is melted; lower the heat if browning too fast.
Rest 2 minutes, remove the toothpicks, and serve with lemon wedges, boiled potatoes, and a green salad.

💡 Chef tips & storage

Seal the edges well so the cheese stays inside, and use a meat thermometer: the center should reach 145°F for veal. Let them rest before cutting so the cheese does not run out.

Recipe details

Prep25 min

Cook15 min

Servings4

CategoryDinner

PublishedAugust 17, 2026

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