Meat main dishes

Veal Bites with Lemon and Ginger

⏱ 50 min👤 3 pp★★☆☆☆

In the winter months, when nature offers its heartiest fruits, Veal Bites with Lemon and Ginger emerge as an ideal dish to warm family evenings. This recipe, typical of Lombard tradition, highlights the tenderness of veal, which is floured and sautéed in the pan to achieve a golden crust, perfect for retaining juices and flavors. The addition of ginger and lemon not only provides freshness but creates a fascinating contrast with the richness of the meat. The golden onion and green olives, along with a flavorful vegetable broth, complete the dish, making it perfect for a Sunday lunch or a dinner among friends. The aroma of saffron further enriches the tasting experience, bringing a touch of elegance and color. Preparing these bites is not just a culinary act, but a way to bring to the table the tradition and conviviality that characterize Lombard cuisine.

Ingredients

Nutritional values 385 kcal / serving

Protein
42g
Carbohydrates
12g
Fat
18g
Fiber
1g

* approximate values per serving

Information
50 minutes Total time
Serves 3 persons
★★☆☆☆ Medium difficulty

Preparation

Place the onion, ginger, and garlic in a pan and separately coat the meat bites in flour and sauté them in the pan. Add the juice of half a lemon, some prepared beef broth, grated lemon zest, saffron, and pitted olives.

Tips
If you want to enhance the flavor of the veal bites, be careful not to cook them too long to keep the meat tender and juicy, and add the olives only in the last few minutes of cooking to preserve their taste.
Trivia
Veal is a prized meat, often used in Italian cuisine for traditional dishes. The combination of lemon and ginger is typical of fusion cuisine, which blends Mediterranean and Asian ingredients, creating unique flavors.