Indulge your taste buds in the delectable symphony of flavors that is Veal Francese, an iconic dish where tender slices of veal are coated in a golden-brown crust, then bathed in a luscious lemon-butter sauce. Originating from the culinary heart of Italy, this classic dish has captivated palates worldwide with its harmonious blend of savory and tangy notes. Discover the secrets behind this culinary masterpiece with our carefully curated collection of Veal Francese recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this timeless favorite. From the traditional Italian preparation to creative variations, our recipes provide a culinary journey that will satisfy both the novice cook and the seasoned gourmand. So, prepare to embark on a taste adventure as we unveil the secrets of Veal Francese, one delectable bite at a time.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
VEAL FRANCAISE
Steps:
- Prep the ingredients including juicing the one lemon and slicing the other.
- Flatten the veal cutlets to a uniform ¼ inch thickness by placing them between two sheets of wax paper and hitting them with a meat hammer, rolling pin or sauce pan.
- Season the cutlets with salt and pepper.
- If frying 4 cutlets at a time (see note below) dredge 4 of them in the flour, knocking off any exess flour and then into the beaten egg.
- Heat your fry pan up over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan and when hot, add the 4 coated veal cutlets.
- Cook for 2 minutes on one side, flip and another 2 minutes on the other.
- Transfer the 4 cutlets to a plate, cover with foil and keep warm.
- Repeat the same process with the other 4 cutlets.
- After removing the last 4 cutlets from the pan, reduce heat to medium and add the chicken stock, lemon juice and wine, stir to combine.
- After 3 minutes, whisk in the butter 1 tablespoon at a time and then the heavy cream if using.
- Return the reserved veal cutlets to the pan and cook for a couple of minutes to reheat and combine with the sauce.
- Add some sauce to each plate, top with 2 cutlets, a little more sauce and sprinkle with mince parsley.
- Serve.
SIMPLE VEAL FRANCESE
Provided by Food Network
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place veal pieces between 2 sheets of waxed paper and pound with a mallet until they're thin. Season with salt and pepper. Place the beaten egg in a wide, shallow bowl. Place the flour on a wide plate. Dip the pounded veal in the egg. Remove, letting the excess egg drip off. Place each scallop in the flour, and coat lightly. Remove the scallops from the flour, and hold them in a single layer.
- Add 4 tablespoons of the butter to a saute pan large enough to hold the 6 scallops in a single layer. Melt the butter over medium-high heat. When it foams, add the veal. Saute, turning once, until the scallops are golden on the outside. Remove the scallops and hold in a single layer.
- Spill the butter out of the saute pan, and return the pan to high heat. Add the white wine and reduce it to 1/2 cup. Turn heat to very low. Swirl in the butter until the sauce is thickened. Add the reserved veal to the pan, turning them until they are coated with the sauce. Divide scallops among 2 plates, pour remaining sauce over them, serve immediately.
- Suggested drink: Antinori Castello della Sala, Sauvignon, 1996
VEAL FRANCESE (BEST RECIPE EVER)
This recipe is originally from SABATINO'S RESTAURANT in Baltimore, Maryland, upon which I made a couple of minor changes, such as changing the use of half and half to heavy cream.
Provided by Alan Leonetti
Categories Veal
Time 1h
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place each slice of veal between 2 sheets of wax paper, and with the flat side of a meat mallet, pound the meat very thin.
- Sprinkle veal with salt and pepper, and then dredge in flour.
- Dip veal in beaten eggs and dredge again in flour, and then in the bread crumbs.
- Saute veal in the 1/2 cup melted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 2 or 3 minutes on each side, until a light golden brown.
- Remove the veal, reserving the drippings in the skillet, and set the veal aside and keep warm.
- In the skillet that has the reserved drippings, add the chicken broth, wine, 1/4 cup butter, lemon juice, parmesan cheese and heavy cream.
- Stir well.
- Over medium heat, bring to just to a boil, stirring frequently.
- Return the reserved veal to the skillet and place the prosciutto slices on top of the veal slices, and reduce the heat, and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
- Remove veal and mixture to a serving platter, placing lemon slices either on or around the veal.
- Sprinkle with the parsley flakes and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2320.5, Fat 193.1, SaturatedFat 89.5, Cholesterol 950.6, Sodium 1150.5, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 7, Protein 98.1
VEAL, CHICKEN, OR FISH FRANCESE WITH LEMON AND WINE
Steps:
- Place a platter in a low oven to warm. Heat a very large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of the EVOO and 2 tablespoons of the butter to the skillet.
- Season the meat or fish with salt and pepper. Coat half the meat at a time in flour, then in the eggs, adding each piece directly to the hot fat in the pan. Sauté the cutlets or fillets for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until golden and puffy. Transfer the cooked meat or fish to the warm platter and repeat with the remaining cutlets or fillets, using the remaining tablespoon of EVOO and 2 more tablespoons of the butter.
- Once all of the meat or fish has been cooked, add the nutmeg, the juice of half of the lemon, and the white wine to the pan. Scrape up the pan drippings with a whisk. Slice the remaining half lemon into thin disks and add to the sauce. Stir the capers and parsley and the remaining tablespoon of butter into the sauce. Turn off the heat. Shake the pan to combine the sauce. Arrange the lemon slices over the platter, then spoon the sauce evenly over the cutlets or fillets. Serve immediately with crusty bread and greens or spinach.
VEAL FRANCESE
This dish is very popular with a lemony kinda twing to it. It's not hard to make and is wonderful to the palette.
Provided by nocdavis
Categories Veal
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 180 degrees F.
- Heat olive oil and butter in large skillet over medium high heat.
- Dredge veal in flour.
- Mix eggs, parmesan, salt, pepper.
- dip floured scaloppine into egg batter and place in hot pan.
- Cook scaloppine in batches being careful not to crowd the pan.
- Cook until nicely browned (1 1/2-2 minutes per side).
- Remove to a platter and keep warm in oven.
- Repeat, adding more oil and butter to pan as needed until all are cooked.
- When done return all to the pan and sprinkle with lemon juice.
- Cook for 1 more minute.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.3, Fat 23.2, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 269.7, Sodium 582.8, Carbohydrate 15.5, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 0.4, Protein 31.5
LEE'S FAVORITE VEAL FRANCESE RECIPE
Provided by WendyHaworth
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Beat egg and 1 tbs. lemon juice with fork until light. Scatter flour on wax paper and season with salt and pepper. Heat butter and oil. Dip veal into egg mixture, then flour to coat. Add veal to skillet, browning on both sides. Remove veal, add remaining lemon juice and wine. Boil vigorously and reduce. Spoon over veal and serve with thin spaghetti coated in leftover sauce in pan.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality veal cutlets for the best flavor and texture.
- Pound the veal cutlets to an even thickness to ensure even cooking.
- Use a seasoned flour mixture to coat the veal cutlets.
- Pan-fry the veal cutlets in butter and olive oil for a golden brown crust.
- Make sure the veal cutlets are cooked through before adding the lemon-butter sauce.
- Use a combination of lemon juice, butter, and white wine to create a flavorful sauce for the veal.
- Serve the veal francese with a side of pasta, rice, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
Veal francese is a classic Italian dish that is sure to impress your guests. It is a relatively simple dish to prepare, but there are a few key tips that will help you achieve the best results. By following the tips above, you can create a delicious and authentic veal francese that will be enjoyed by all.
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