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Veal with Lemon Sauce

Cultural Context

Veal with Lemon Sauce, known as Veal Lemonato, is a cherished dish in Greek cuisine, often served during family gatherings and festive occasions. The combination of tender veal and zesty lemon sauce highlights the Mediterranean love for fresh, vibrant flavors. Today, this dish has found its way into various international menus, showcasing the adaptability of Greek culinary traditions.

GreekGRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 kg veal meat
1 litre of water
30 ml olive oil
1 onion
2 cloves of garlic
2-3 carrots
1/2 tsp oregano
parsley stalks (optional)
salt
black pepper
1 tbsp cornstarch
juice from 1-2 lemons

veal

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: chicken

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than veal.

butter

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: olive oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides a similar richness.

white wine

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: white grape juice

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: apple cider vinegar

White grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol.

chicken broth

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: vegetable broth

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be homemade.

1

Cut the veal meat into smaller pieces.

2

Add the meat to a pot with 1 litre of water.

3

Cook over low heat for 15 minutes.

4

Strain the meat and rinse it with hot water.

5

Heat 30 ml of olive oil in a pot.

6

Saute the onion for 3 minutes.

7

Add the meat back to the pot.

8

Add 2 cloves of garlic, 1 litre of hot water, 2-3 carrots, and 1/2 tsp oregano.

9

Cover and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the meat becomes tender.

10

Add chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper, and simmer for 5 minutes.

11

Add the juice from 1-2 lemons and mix.

12

Add 1 tbsp of cornstarch and simmer for 3 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautรฉingdredgingdeglazing

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

๐ŸŒถ๏ธ๐ŸŒถ๏ธ๐ŸŒถ๏ธContains Alcohol

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Veal LemonatoLemon Veal

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