Indulge in the delectable flavors of Veal Piccata, a classic Italian dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its tender veal cutlets enveloped in a luscious lemon-butter sauce, complemented by the tangy burst of capers and the aromatic freshness of parsley. This culinary masterpiece is elevated to new heights with two exceptional variations: Veal Piccata with Mushrooms and Creamy Veal Piccata. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind these irresistible dishes, promising an unforgettable dining experience.
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VEAL PICCATA WITH LEMON AND CAPERS
Veal Piccata with Lemon and Capers is an easy and delicious dinner you can whip up in 15 minutes! Thin slices of veal are quickly sauteed in olive oil, butter, and capers and topped with lemon juice, which helps make dinner a snap!
Provided by 2 sisters recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the veal in one tray and flour in the other.
- In a large non-stick skillet, and on medium heat, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter until butter is melted. Toss in a few capers into the butter and oil mixture.
- Dredging Veal Cutlets: Begin by taking each piece of veal, one at a time, and placing it into the flour to coat both sides with flour. Shake off excess flour, and place it into the heated skillet with oil, butter, and capers.
- Saute the veal until golden brown around the edges, about 1 to 2 minutes per side. These will cook up quickly, so you may want to lower the heat a little while you are sauteing them in order not to overcook them.
- Then transfer the sauteed veal into a nearby dish. Cover them with a sheet of foil wrap to keep them warm.
- Continue with the rest of the veal until all of them are sauteed and done.
- NEXT, Deglaze the pan. Pour in the white wine and simmer on low heat while you stir the remaining bits on the bottom of the pan.
- RETURN all the veal back into the skillet. Add in the lemon juice, and remaining butter and stir until it's heated through. Optional: pour in the chicken broth for more flavor and additional sauce. Toss in a few more capers on top. (And, here is where you can add more butter and lemon juice to your preference).
- Cover with a lid and simmer on low heat for about 2 minutes. Turn off heat.
- Transfer the veal to a serving platter and pour the remaining warm lemon-buttery sauce over the veal, and toss a few more capers over them.
- Garnish with some lemon slices on the side and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Carbohydrate .1 grams carbohydrates, Fat 12.8 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 34.6 grams protein, ServingSize 4 ounces cookied veal, Sugar 0 grams sugar
VEAL PICCATA
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
- Coat a large saute pan with olive oil and toss in the garlic cloves. Bring the pan to a medium-high heat. Cook the garlic until it becomes golden brown and is very aromatic. Remove the garlic and discard. Raise heat to high.
- Sprinkle the veal scallops with salt. Just before placing the veal scallops in the pan with the hot oil, dredge them in flour. Working in batches, flour the veal that is going directly in the pan; do not flour ahead. When the veal has browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side, remove to a platter and keep warm in the oven.
- When all the veal has been browned, ditch the oil in the pan. Add the wine and capers and reduce by half. Add in the chicken stock, season with salt, and cook until it has slightly thickened. Swirl in the butter. When the butter has melted and is bubbly, add in the lemon juice. Taste to make sure it is delicious, add the parsley, and spoon over the veal.
CLASSIC VEAL PICCATA IN LESS THAN 30 MINUTES
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Combine the flour, salt, and pepper on a plate or in a shallow baking dish.
- Heat a heavy-bottomed sauté pan over medium-high heat for 2 minutes and let your pan get nice and hot . Once it is, add the oil and heat for another 30 seconds or so.
- Now dredge both sides of the veal cutlets in the flour mixture.
- Shake off any excess flour and cook them in batches, rather than overcrowding the pan.
- Cook 2 to 3 minutes per side or until the cutlets are nicely browned.
- Remove them from the pan and set aside on a plate, covered with foil, while you make the sauce. (You can hold them in a very low-temperature oven if you like.)
- Add the stock, sherry, lemon juice, and capers to the pan and scrape off any flavorful bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Bring the liquid to a boil, then lower it to a simmer and cook for about 3 minutes or until the mixture has reduced by about a third.
- Swirl in the butter and chopped parsley just at the end of the cooking. Adjust seasoning with kosher salt and more lemon juice if needed.
- Plate the cutlets, 2 per person, and garnish with lemon slices. Sauce generously and serve immediately. Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 599 kcal, Carbohydrate 70 g, Cholesterol 124 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 817 mg, Sugar 10 g, Fat 25 g, ServingSize 8 veal cutlets (4 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
VEAL PICCATA WITH PARSLEY AND CAPERS
Steps:
- Season the veal with salt and lemon pepper and then dredge in flour. Pat off excess flour.
- In a large frying pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Saute veal cutlets for 2 minutes per side and remove to plate. Add garlic to pan and saute for 1 minute. Add wine, lemon juice, and capers and bring to boil; cook until reduced by half. Return to a simmer and stir in butter and parsley until butter has melted and is incorporated into sauce.
- Return veal cutlets to pan and coat with sauce. Transfer to serving plate and top with any remaining sauce.
- Garnish with lemon slices and parsley sprigs.
VEAL PICCATA
This recipe comes from the cookbook "Celebrate!" I love the addition of mushrooms to the lemon-caper sauce.
Provided by breezermom
Categories Veal
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place veal between 2 sheets of wax paper; flatten veal to 1/4 inch pieces, using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Sprinkle veal with salt and pepper, and dredge in flour.
- Combine the melted butter and olive oil in a large skillet. Cook the veal in the butter and oil until browned on both sides. Remove veal, reserving drippings in the skillet. Set aside, and keep warm.
- Saute mushrooms and garlic in the drippings for 1 to 2 minutes. Return the veal to the skillet; add wine and lemon juice. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes. Add the capers and their liquid, and simmer for an additional minute.
- Transfer the veal to a serving platter. Sprinkle with the parsley. Garnish with thin lemon slices.
Tips:
- For the best results, use high-quality veal cutlets that are about 1/2-inch thick. If you can't find veal, you can substitute chicken or pork cutlets.
- Make sure the veal cutlets are pounded thin before cooking. This will help them cook evenly and quickly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the veal cutlets. Cook them in batches if necessary.
- Use a good quality olive oil for cooking the veal cutlets. Extra virgin olive oil is a great choice.
- Don't overcook the veal cutlets. They should be cooked through but still slightly pink in the center.
- Serve the veal piccata immediately with your favorite sides. Some popular options include mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
Conclusion:
Veal piccata is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With its tender veal cutlets, tangy lemon sauce, and briny capers, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give veal piccata a try. You won't be disappointed!
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