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lemon veal scallopini recipe

Scaloppine al Limone (Lemon Veal Scallopini Recipe)

Silvana Nava
Lemon Veal Scallopini (Scaloppine al Limone) is a classic Italian dish that has been popular for decades.
This delicious recipe features thin slices of tender veal that are lightly floured and cooked to perfection. The dish is then finished with lemon juice, which perfectly complements the delicate flavors of the veal.
Lemon Veal Scallopini has become a favorite among Italian food lovers around the world. The dish combines the traditional flavors of veal scalloppini with the bright and refreshing flavor of lemon, creating a dish that is both satisfying and refreshing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Meat
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 282 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g veal 1 pound, slices (approximately two medium thin slices per serving)
  • 40 g unsalted butter 3 tablespoons
  • 50 g flour ⅓ cup, all purpose
  • 50 g lemon juice 3 tablespoons
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • First, beat the slices with a meat tenderizer on a cutting board. It's important to beat them very gently so that the meat tissues soften but not tear.
  • Then flour the veal slices. Shake the slices to remove any excess flour and set them aside on a plate.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over low heat, then add the slices.
  • Increase the heat slightly and cook for a few minutes on one side, then the other. Season with salt and pepper.
  • While the slices are cooking in the pan, squeeze the lemon. Strain the lemon juice to prevent the seeds from getting into the sauce.
  • Lower the heat and pour the lemon juice over the meat.
  • Cook over low heat for a few minutes, just long enough for the sauce to thicken a bit.
  • Turn off the heat and serve the veal scallopini while still hot with their lemon sauce. You can garnish the dish with some lemon zest and slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gCalories: 282kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 23gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 114mgSodium: 94mgPotassium: 383mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 251IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 2mg
Keyword lemon scalloppini recipe, lemon veal scallopini
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