Here’s a classic Italian-American veal scallopini that’s so easy and delicious to enjoy at home. It's a beautifully rich dish bursting with bright lemon flavor in a creamy sauce. Make this restaurant-worthy dish in the comfort of your own home with this easy and fool proof veal scallopini recipe.
Course
Comfort Meals, dinner, Main Course, Main Dish
2tablespoonsfresh herbsfresh thyme, rosemary or oregano is best
1/4cupparmesan cheese freshly grated
Piccata sauce:
3tablespoonsbutter
2clovesgarlicminced
2tablespoonslemon juice
2tablespoonscapers
Lemon slices
1/2cupherbs minced : parsley and fresh oregano
1/2cupcream
Salt and pepper and chilli flakes to taste
Parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
Use a paper towel and pat dry the veal scallopini on both sides.
Season the veal scallopini with salt and pepper.
Make the flour mixture in a large bowl add in all the ingredients and toss well to mix.
Take the veal scallopini one at a time and dredge int he flour mixture on both sides.
Shake off excess flour.
Preheat a cast iron or heavy skillet on medium high heat with butter. Add in the veal scallopini but avoid over crowding the pan.
Make sure the veal is in a single layer at all times. Cook the veal for 3 minutes until golden and crisp and then flip each piece. Cook for an extra 3-4 minutes until golden crisp.
Remove the veal form the skillet onto a plate.
Add the other 3 tablespoons of butter to make the sauce and add in the garlic.
Cook the garlic for a few minutes and add the lemon juice and some fresh herbs (half the amount).
Add in the lemon slices, capers and cream.
Let the sauce simmer for a minute or two before adding in the veal to the skillet.
Add the veal and let is simmer in the sauce for 2-3 to soak up all the flavors.
Finish off with seasoning, chilli flakes (if you want a kick), the remaining fresh herbs and some freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Serve right away and enjoy!
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Recipe Notes
Veal Scallopini Cooking Tips
Start with quality veal scallopini such as the one I use from Sealand Quality Foods. It’s perfectly cut and flash frozen in individual packs.
Make sure you really dredge the veal in the flour mix you have made. This will make sure they get the right texture when cooking.
Use a thick-bottomed skillet if possible. This will help to cook the dish evenly throughout and reduce any possibility of burning.
When making the piccata, allow the ingredients to simmer for enough time that all the flavors really combine nicely.
Let the veal sit in the sauce for a few minutes before serving so the veal scallopini can really soak up the piccata sauce for the best flavor and enjoyment.
This veal scallopini is a real treat to make and much easier than it looks. It's a great recipe to make when you want something but special but doesn't take all that long to cook. 15 minutes tops really. Give it ago, I'm sure you'll love it.
Veal scallopini FAQ's
Can I store veal scallopini for later use?
Yes, you can keep it in the fridge for up to three days, though it is best served fresh. You can also freeze it however, fresh is still better.
Can you use another meat to replace veal?
Yes, you could use chicken if you would like to use another meat in the recipe.
What do you serve with veal scallopini?
There are lots of things you can serve as a side dish with veal scallopini. Rice and potatoes go really nicely with this dish and can soak up the sauce beautifully. You can also choose to serve it with fresh steamed vegetables like broccoli and carrots or fresh green beans.
It's really up to you what kind of side you want to go with your veal scallopini but the sides described above are great options.
How long does it take to cook Veal scallopini?
This is a really quick dish to make. The meat cooks super quick as it's so thin and the sauce is quick too. It shouldn't take you longer than about 15 or 20 minutes to make.
Nutrition Facts
Veal scallopini
Amount Per Serving
Calories 403Calories from Fat 261
% Daily Value*
Fat 29g45%
Saturated Fat 17g106%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 9g
Cholesterol 83mg28%
Sodium 643mg28%
Potassium 142mg4%
Carbohydrates 28g9%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 1127IU23%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Calcium 128mg13%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.