Are schnitzel & breaded cutlets keto?

Schnitzel & breaded cutlets

Not keto No — schnitzel & breaded cutlets are not keto-friendly.

A breaded, pan-fried pork cutlet has about 20 g net carbs from the flour and breadcrumbs. Pound the cutlet thin and coat it in crushed pork rinds and parmesan for a keto version.

Nutrition per serving

1 cutlet · 165 g
Net carbs
20g
Calories
512kcal
Protein
38g
Fat
31g
Total carbs
21 g
Fiber
1.2 g
One serving vs. a 20 g daily net-carb limit 98%

About 42 g of schnitzel & breaded cutlets adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 25% of a typical serving.

Nutrition facts for schnitzel & breaded cutlets
NutrientPer servingPer 100 g
Calories512 kcal310 kcal
Total carbohydrate21 g13 g
Dietary fiber1.2 g0.7 g
Net carbs20 g12 g
Protein38 g23 g
Fat31 g19 g

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Frequently asked questions

Are schnitzel & breaded cutlets keto?

No — schnitzel & breaded cutlets are not keto-friendly. A breaded, pan-fried pork cutlet has about 20 g net carbs from the flour and breadcrumbs. Pound the cutlet thin and coat it in crushed pork rinds and parmesan for a keto version.

How many net carbs are in schnitzel & breaded cutlets?

1 cutlet (165 g) of schnitzel & breaded cutlets has about 20 g net carbs (21 g total carbs minus 1.2 g fiber). Per 100 g, that's 12 g net carbs.

How much schnitzel & breaded cutlets can I eat on keto?

About 42 g of schnitzel & breaded cutlets adds up to 5 g net carbs — about 25% of a typical serving. On a typical 20 g daily limit, one serving uses about 98% of your carbs.

What is a good keto substitute for schnitzel & breaded cutlets?

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Source: Calculated from USDA SR Legacy ingredients for a typical recipe: pork loin cutlet dredged in flour, egg and dry breadcrumbs, pan-fried in oil. Net carbs = total carbohydrate − fiber. Rating: Not keto — More than about 10 g net carbs per typical serving. Swap it for a low-carb alternative. How we rate foods. Last reviewed October 18, 2026.

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