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Croccolette di melanzane e ketchup di peperoni - È sempre mezzogiorno - 12/09/2023

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Cotoletta Primavera

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, Cotoletta Primavera is a vibrant spring dish that showcases tender cutlets paired with fresh seasonal vegetables. Traditionally enjoyed during festive gatherings, it highlights the Italian appreciation for quality ingredients and simple preparation. Today, this dish has found its way into various culinary scenes, celebrated for its crispy texture and fresh flavors, making it a favorite during the spring months.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 melanzane viola
120 g di mollica di pane
100 g di pecorino grattugiato
100 g di scamorza affumicata
1 uovo
1 spicchio d'aglio
1 mazzetto di menta
olio evo
sale
pepe
120 g di farina 00
acqua
2 uova
120 g di panko
20 g pane grattugiato
1 l di olio di semi
2 peperoni rossi
1 cipolla rossa
paprika affumicata
2 cucchiai di zucchero
2 cucchiai di aceto bianco
1 cucchiaino di concentrato di pomodoro

veal cutlets

🥗Healthier: chicken cutlets

💰Cheaper: pork cutlets

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than veal.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats are healthier and can be made at home.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: red wine vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is lower in calories and cost-effective.

1

Prepare the filling by mixing the eggplant, mint, egg, pecorino, mollica, and cubed scamorza.

2

Slice the eggplants and fill them with the prepared mixture.

3

Bread the stuffed eggplants using a mix of flour, beaten eggs, panko, and breadcrumbs.

4

Fry the breaded eggplants in hot oil until golden brown.

5

For the ketchup, roast the red peppers and blend them with red onion, smoked paprika, sugar, vinegar, tomato paste, and olive oil.

Cooking Techniques

breadingsautéing

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Spring CutletCotoletta alla Primavera
Local Name: Cotoletta Primavera

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