Oktoberfest is right around the corner, and to kick things off right, Aldi has a lineup of German imports ready to excite your taste buds. One of the heartiest and most savory options is the $10 pork schnitzel hiding out in the freezer aisle. Whether you’re celebrating the long tradition at home or just need an easy protein to round out your weeknight dinner, this Aldi find is right up your alley.
Just keep in mind that Aldi’s German Week lineup won’t stick around for long. Blink and you’ll miss it. That’s why it’s worth running, not walking, to stock up on these crispy, meaty cutlets. Alongside the pork schnitzel, you’ll also find chicken schnitzel plus an array of German soups, breads, pretzels, and other snacks. It’s never been easier to bring Oktoberfest into your kitchen.
Deutsche Küche Pork Schnitzel, $9.99 at Aldi
For just $10, you get six portions of thinly sliced pork schnitzel, made from uncooked pork loin coated in a saltine-cracker breading. Imported from Germany, it’s some of the most authentic beer-hall fare you’ll score in the States. Each portion clocks in at 220-calories, with 19-grams of protein, 9-grams of fat, and 15-grams of carbs.
This German-style cutlet fries up crisp on the outside and tender inside. Toss them in a skillet with a bit of oil, bake them on a sheet pan, or throw them in the air fryer for an extra crispy finish. However you cook them, you’re getting a hearty portion that feels right at home next to a stein of lager. And since Aldi’s German Week finds tend to go fast, this one’s worth grabbing before the shelves clear.
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Why This Cutlet Has Shoppers Hooked
Aldi’s schnitzels have a devoted following, with many shoppers calling them a seasonal staple worth stocking up on. Fans say they’re “fast, simple, versatile, and pretty healthy,” and some admit to grabbing multiple boxes and freezing them to stretch German Week well past October. One shopper even declared, “Pork is my fave by a huge margin,” compared to the beef or chicken schnitzels at Aldi.
Fans have no shortage of ideas for how to use them. Some go traditional with lemon wedges, mushroom gravy, and spaetzle. Others turn them into schnitzel burgers, chicken parm, or even a quick katsu curry. Most agree that frying or air frying delivers the best results, while baking tends to dry them out. Pair these cutlets with sauerkraut, potato salad, or Aldi’s pretzels, and you’ve got an Oktoberfest spread for under ten bucks without booking a trip to Munich.
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