Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBuon Appetito RestaurantVeal Dish With Carrots And Broccoli Recipe

Veal Dish With Carrots And Broccoli Recipe

Time35m
Serves4

Make Veal Dish With Carrots And Broccoli Recipe in just 35m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Veal

Method

Prepare the veal

  1. 1

    Flatten and season

    If veal cutlets are thicker than 1/4 inch, place between plastic wrap and gently pound to an even 1/4-inch thickness. Pat dry with paper towel. Season both sides with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper.

  2. 2

    Dredge

    Place 1/2 cup flour on a shallow plate. Lightly dredge each veal cutlet in the flour, shaking off excess. Set on a plate while you heat the pan.

  3. 3

    Sear

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp unsalted butter. When the butter is foaming and the pan is hot, add the veal cutlets in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Cook 1.5–2 minutes per side until golden brown and just cooked through (internal temperature about 145°F/63°C). Transfer cooked cutlets to a warm plate and tent with foil to rest.

Cook the vegetables

  1. 4

    Start the carrots

    In the same skillet (do not wipe clean; leave browned bits), add the sliced carrots and 1 tbsp butter if the pan looks dry. Sauté over medium heat 4–5 minutes until they begin to soften and take on color.

  2. 5

    Add shallot and garlic

    Add the sliced shallot and 2 minced garlic cloves to the carrots. Sauté 1–2 minutes until translucent and fragrant, stirring to pick up the browned bits.

  3. 6

    Steam the broccoli

    Add the 3 cups broccoli florets and 1/4 cup of the chicken broth to the pan. Cover and cook 2–3 minutes until broccoli is bright green and crisp-tender. Remove the lid and let any excess liquid reduce for about 1 minute.

Make the sauce and finish

  1. 7

    Deglaze

    Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine (or additional 1/2 cup chicken broth if avoiding alcohol) and scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to release browned bits. Let the wine reduce by about half, 1–2 minutes.

  2. 8

    Build the sauce

    Add the remaining 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, lemon zest from 1 lemon and 1–2 tbsp lemon juice (to taste). Stir and simmer 1–2 minutes to meld flavors. If using, stir in 2 tbsp heavy cream and heat through without boiling.

  3. 9

    Finish the sauce

    Reduce heat to low and whisk in 1 tbsp cold unsalted butter, swirling the pan to emulsify and slightly thicken the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

  4. 10

    Combine and warm

    Return the seared veal cutlets to the skillet, nestling them among the vegetables and spooning sauce over the top. Warm through for 1 minute (do not overcook veal).

  5. 11

    Garnish and serve

    Remove from heat. Drizzle with 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil, sprinkle chopped parsley, and add an extra squeeze of lemon if desired. Serve immediately so veal remains tender and vegetables crisp-tender.

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