Veal Milanese (Cotoletta alla Milanese)
This Veal Milanese is a crispy, flavorful Italian classic! Tender veal chops breaded and fried to golden perfection, perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 veal chops 1.5 inch / 2 cm thick
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 7 oz clarified butter or ghee, or butter + 2 tablespoons peanut oil
- sea salt to taste
- freshly-cracked black pepper to taste
- 1 lemon cut into wedges
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Veal
- Begin by placing your veal chops between two sheets of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet, gently pound the chops to about 1/2 inch thickness. This tenderizes the meat and ensures even cooking.
Step 2: Set Up Your Breading Station
- In one shallow dish, beat the two large eggs until well combined. In another dish, place the breadcrumbs and season them with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
Step 3: Bread the Veal
- Dip each veal chop first into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Then, coat the chop in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure a good layer adheres to the meat. Repeat for all chops.
Step 4: Heat the Butter
- In a large skillet, heat the clarified butter (or your chosen oil combination) over medium heat. Heat until a breadcrumb sizzles when dropped in.
Step 5: Fry the Veal
- Carefully place the breaded veal chops into the skillet. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C) if using a thermometer.
Step 6: Drain and Serve
- Transfer the cooked veal to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
Equipment
- Meat Mallet
- Shallow dishes
- Large Skillet
- Spatula
- Cooking thermometer
Notes
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make this dish gluten-free.
- Substitute eggs with ground flaxseed and water for an egg-free version.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freeze uncooked breaded veal chops well-wrapped to prevent freezer burn.
- Reheat in a hot skillet to restore crispiness.