Veal Scallopini with Lemon Butter Sauce
Instructions
- 1
If veal cutlets aren't already thin, place them between plastic wrap and pound to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or use a rolling pin to achieve the same thickness.
- 2
Mix flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge each veal cutlet in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess.
- 3
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter foams.
- 4
Working in batches, cook veal cutlets for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a warm plate and cover with foil.
- 5
Add remaining oil and butter to the pan if needed for the second batch. Cook remaining cutlets.
- 6
Once all veal is cooked, pour wine into the hot pan and scrape up any browned bits with a wooden spoon.
- 7
Add lemon juice and capers, swirling the pan to combine. Let the sauce reduce for about 1 minute.
- 8
Add remaining butter and swirl until melted and sauce is glossy.
- 9
Return veal to the pan briefly to coat with sauce, then transfer to serving plates.
- 10
Spoon remaining sauce over the veal and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Chef's Note
"This elegant Italian classic transforms simple veal cutlets into a restaurant-worthy dish in under 30 minutes. The bright lemon-caper sauce perfectly complements the tender meat—don't skip the fresh parsley, it brings everything together beautifully. Serve it with fettuccini or spaghetti."