This quick keto-friendly spin on the classic veal saltimbocca is light, loaded with flavor and a perfect dish for if you want to really impress someone (Or if you just want a dang good dish for yourself).
Contents
This Easy Veal Saltimbocca is an impressive yet simple dinner made with tender pan-fried veal cutlets wrapped in salty prosciutto and rich sage. Ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- ▢ 1 lbs veal cutlets
- ▢ 4 oz prosciutto
- ▢ 4 fresh sage leaves
- ▢ 1/2 cup almond flour
- ▢ 4 tbsp butter
- ▢ ⅓ cup avocado oil
For Garnish
- ▢ Coarse ground black pepper
- ▢ Shaved parmesan
- ▢ Parsley
- ▢ Lemon wedges
Instructions
Prep the veal
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Pat the veal dry and arrange on a clean work surface. Cover the veal with plastic wrap and pound the veal into ¼” thin pieces.
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Trim, cutting the veal in half, if needed to make manageable portions for frying.
Add the Prosciutto
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Working one piece at a time, place a layer of prosciutto over the veal, top with a sage leaf.
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Weave a long sharp toothpick through the veal, to secure the prosciutto and sage.
Flour the Veal
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In a shallow pan, spread the almond flour out.
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Dip the veal into the almond flour, to dredge both sides with a light dusting of almond flour.
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Shake off the excess.
Cook the Veal
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Preheat a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
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Add the butter and avocado oil to the pan.
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Melt butter in the pan, swirling to coat the pan.
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Place the veal in, a few pieces at a time, to not overcrowd the pan, searing 2 minutes on each side.
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Remove from the pan and place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess liquid.
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Repeat until all cutlets have been cooked to 145 degrees F and rested 5 minutes.
Serve
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Serve over oil tossed arugula and sprinkle with shaved parmesan, freshly ground pepper, and lemon wedges for serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 2g | Calories: 394kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 239mg | Potassium: 317mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 240IU | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg
