"Vitello Tonnato is a classic Italian dish featuring chilled, tender veal draped in a rich, velvety tuna sauce. A light yet flavorful meal, perfect for warm days!"
Vitello Tonnato Recipe
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Recipe Description
Vitello Tonnato is a classic Italian dish of chilled, tender veal topped with a creamy tuna sauce
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Prep time: 15mins
Cook time: 40mins
Rest time: 1200
Serves or Makes: 4
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ingredients
- 6 cups veal shoulder
- 1 Onion
- 2 Carrots
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 3 Whole cloves
- 1 pinch Salt and black pepper
- 1 cup White wine
- 7 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1/2 Drained tuna in oil
- 5 Anchovies
- 1/2 lemon juice only
- 1/2 tablespoons baking juices
Method
Step 1
Seasoning the veal with salt and black pepper. Heat some olive oil in a large pot. Sear the meat on all sides until golden brown. Add the carrots, onion, garlic, and cloves. Pour in the white wine. Let it simmer for a bit until the wine reduces.
Step 2
Add the water. Cover and let it cook on low heat between 45 to 60 minutes , until the veal is tender. Once done, remove the meat and let it cool completely. Strain the cooking juices and set aside about 2 tablespoons for the sauce. Blend the mayonnaise, tuna, anchovies, lemon juice, and reserved cooking juices until smooth.
Step 3
Slice the cooled veal very thin. Arrange the slices on a plate. Generously spoon the sauce over the veal. Let it chill in the fridge for at least an hour before serving. Enjoy your delicious dish!