Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsTaste of PortugalVeal Picata Recipe

Veal Picata Recipe

Inspired by Taste of Portugal
Time30m
Serves4

Veal cutlet with prosciutto, capers in a white wine and lemon sauce

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Sauce Ingredients

Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Veal

    Season the veal cutlets with salt and black pepper on both sides. Place the flour in a shallow dish and coat each cutlet in flour, shaking off any excess.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Prosciutto

    Place one slice of prosciutto on each veal cutlet, pressing it gently to adhere.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the Veal

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the veal cutlets, prosciutto-side down, and cook for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 3 minutes on the other side. Remove the veal from the skillet and set aside.

  2. 4

    Make the Sauce

    In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt. Pour in the white wine and scrape the bottom of the skillet to deglaze. Add the lemon juice and capers, and let the sauce simmer for about 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

  3. 5

    Combine

    Return the veal cutlets to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to heat through. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

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