First-Rate Veal Piccata

Get the candles out and set the mood for a delicious meal. This classic Italian dish is perfect for a night of romance or simply if you're ready to treat yourself right. It goes great with rice or pasta.

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Course Dry Rubs

Cuisine Italian

Servings servings

Calories 1201.19 kcal

Ingredients

16 ounce(s) thin veal scallops
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
1/4 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper
1 tablespoon(s) extra virgin olive oil
3/4 cup(s) citrus juice
1 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon(s) butter
1/8 cup(s) chopped parsley

Instructions

Season veal scallops with salt and pepper.
In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium high heat.
Add veal and cook until golden and cooked thoroughly, about 2 minutes per side.
Remove veal from pan and place on a serving platter; cover to keep warm.
Pour citrus juice in pan and simmer for 3 minutes, scraping pan gently to loosen any browned bits.
Add lemon juice; simmer 2 more minutes until sauce is slightly thickened.
Swirl in butter.
Pour sauce over veal and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 1201.19kcalCarbohydrates: 151.72gProtein: 55.74gFat: 41.85gSaturated Fat: 14.14gCholesterol: 190.53mgSodium: 3366.32mgFiber: 12.93gSugar: 29.37g

Keyword Anniversary Parties, Beef, Butter, Dinner Parties, Heart Healthy, Lemon, Low Carb, Low Cholesterol, Mother's Day, New Year's, Spice Blends, Valentine's Day, Veal

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