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Veal Scallopini

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This classic Veal Scallopini features tender, thinly sliced veal cooked quickly to retain its delicate texture. The dish is bathed in a vibrant marinade of lemon juice, garlic, and paprika, creating a bright and aromatic flavor profile that cuts through the richness of the meat. Served with saut&# 195;©ed onions, green peppers, and mushrooms, it offers a satisfying balance of savory and tangy notes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a light yet elegant meal, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes. It pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 490.3
Description
This classic Veal Scallopini features tender, thinly sliced veal cooked quickly to retain its delicate texture. The dish is bathed in a vibrant marinade of lemon juice, garlic, and paprika, creating a bright and aromatic flavor profile that cuts through the richness of the meat. Served with sautéed onions, green peppers, and mushrooms, it offers a satisfying balance of savory and tangy notes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a light yet elegant meal, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
  • 1 pound Veal steak, cut 1/4" thick
  • 2/3 teaspoon Salt
  • 2/3 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1 Clove Garlic, peeled and crushed
  • 2/3 teaspoon Prepared mustard
  • 1/8 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sugar
  • 3 tablespoon Flour
  • 1 small Onion, sliced
  • 1 green pepper cut in thin strips
  • 1 cup Chicken bouillon
  • 1/4 cup Thin sliced fresh mushrooms
Directions
  1. 1
    Cut the veal steak into serving-sized pieces.
  2. 2
    In a shallow bowl, combine the salt, paprika, 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil, lemon juice, garlic, mustard, nutmeg, and sugar. Stir well to create a marinade.
  3. 3
    Dip each piece of veal into the marinade, ensuring it is fully coated. Reserve the remaining marinade in the bowl.
  4. 4
    Dredge the marinated veal pieces lightly in flour, shaking off any excess.
  5. 5
    Heat the remaining vegetable oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. 6
    Brown the veal pieces in the skillet for about 2-3 minutes per side, just until golden. Do not overcook.
  7. 7
    Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
  8. 8
    Add the sliced onion and green pepper strips to the skillet with the veal.
  9. 9
    Stir the reserved marinade into the chicken bouillon until smooth.
  10. 10
    Pour the bouillon mixture over the veal, onions, and peppers in the skillet.
  11. 11
    Cover the skillet and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  12. 12
    Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet.
  13. 13
    Stir gently and spoon the sauce over the veal and vegetables.
  14. 14
    Cover and continue to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  15. 15
    Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 490.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 38.3g59%
Saturated Fat 10.6g53%
Cholesterol 93.1mg32%
Sodium 3332.6mg139%
Total Carbohydrate 1.5g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 0.3g
Protein 33.1g67%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Keywords: veal, scallopini, lemon, garlic, paprika, main course, quick dinner, tender meat, italian style, mushrooms, green pepper, onion, savory, easy recipe, weeknight meal
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