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Try SavoraCotoletta alla Milanese 'Elefante'
Experience the authentic taste of Milan with this classic 'Elephant Ear' cutlet. A bone-in veal chop, expertly pounded and fried to golden perfection, offering a delightful contrast between the crispy breading and the tender, juicy meat. This recipe focuses on achieving the signature 'a palloncino' effect, where the breading gently separates from the veal, a true sign of culinary mastery.
Ingredients
- (about 10-12 oz) Bone-in Veal Chop1 large
- Clarified Butter1 cup
- All-Purpose Flour1/2 cup
- Eggs2 large
- Triple-Sifted Breadcrumbs2 cups
- Salt1 tsp
- Black Pepper1/2 tsp
- Lemon wedges2
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Prepare the Veal: Gently pound the veal chop to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch, being careful not to tear the meat. Use a meat mallet and work from the center outwards.
Season: Lightly season the veal chop with salt and pepper on both sides.
Set up Breading Station: Place the flour in a shallow dish, whisk the eggs in another shallow dish, and spread the breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish.
Bread the Veal: Dredge the veal chop in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it's fully coated. Finally, press the veal firmly into the breadcrumbs, making sure it's evenly coated on both sides.
Heat the Butter: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the clarified butter. Ensure there's enough butter to generously cover the bottom of the pan.
Fry the Cotoletta: Once the butter is hot and shimmering, carefully place the breaded veal chop in the skillet. Fry for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. The breading should start to puff up and separate slightly from the meat.
Drain and Serve: Remove the cotoletta from the skillet and place it on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess butter.
Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges. A simple green salad or roasted vegetables make excellent accompaniments.
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