Veal Piccata Recipe
Sautéed veal with fresh lemon, capers, and a hint of white wine served over pasta.
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Ingredients
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Veal Piccata Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a little pasta water.
- 2
Prepare the Veal
Season the veal cutlets with salt and black pepper. Dredge them in flour, shaking off the excess.
- 3
Sauté the Veal
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add the veal cutlets and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the veal from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
Make the Sauce
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer, scraping any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet. Simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Finish the Sauce
Stir in the lemon juice, capers, and the remaining butter. Allow the sauce to simmer for another 2 minutes.
- 6




