Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 unit

Large eggs

lightly beaten

1 cup

Dry breadcrumbs

0.25 cup

Pecorino Romano cheese

4 unit

Veal chops

1/2-inch thick, flattened

2 tbsp

Flour

for dredging

1 tsp

Fresh rosemary

finely minced

1 pinch

Coarse salt

1 pinch

Black pepper

freshly ground

3 tbsp

Vegetable oil

1 tbsp

Butter

3 clv

Garlic

lightly crushed

4 unit

Lemon wedges

Step 1
~2 min

Lightly beat the large eggs with a fork until the whites and yolks are blended.

Step 2
~2 min

Mix the dry breadcrumbs with the Pecorino Romano cheese.

Step 3
~2 min

Spread the breadcrumb mixture on a flat plate.

Step 4
~2 min

Flatten the veal chops with a meat pounder to tenderize.

Step 5
~2 min

Lightly coat the veal chops with flour and shake off any excess.

Step 6
~2 min

Dip each veal chop, one at a time, into the beaten eggs.

Step 7
~2 min

Sprinkle fresh rosemary (or dry) and season with coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 8
~2 min

Coat the chops thoroughly with the cheese and breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 9
~2 min

In a large saute/fry pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Step 10
~2 min

Add the butter and lightly crushed garlic cloves to the oil.

Step 11
~2 min

Saute/fry the chops until golden brown and cooked through on both sides.

Step 12
~2 min

Drain the fried veal cutlets on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 13
~2 min

Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the cutlets.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the oil is hot before adding the cutlets for optimal crispiness.

Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Breaded cutlets can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a simple salad.

Serve with mashed potatoes.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted asparagus
Mashed potatoes
Green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

A traditional Italian dish, often served during family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Weeknight meal
Special occasion

Popularity Score

65/100

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