Authentic Cotoletta alla Milanese Recipe
A traditional Milanese dish featuring a breaded and fried veal cutlet, known for its crispy exterior and tender interior.
Equipment
- Meat mallet
- Shallow bowls
- Large skillet
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 4 veal cutlets pounded thin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs beaten
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Season the veal cutlets with salt and pepper.4 veal cutlets, Salt and pepper to taste
- Place the flour in one shallow bowl, beaten eggs in another, and a mixture of breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan in a third.1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 eggs, 2 cups breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Dredge each veal cutlet in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the cutlets until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons butter
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with lemon wedges.Lemon wedges for serving
Notes
For a lighter version, bake the cutlets in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Serve with a simple arugula salad for a complete meal.
Serve with a simple arugula salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 3234kcalCarbohydrates: 272gProtein: 214gFat: 138gSaturated Fat: 44gPolyunsaturated Fat: 16gMonounsaturated Fat: 64gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 965mgSodium: 3335mgPotassium: 3310mgFiber: 14gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 1642IUCalcium: 995mgIron: 25mg
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