Easy Veal Milanese Recipe

Method

1. 1

   Set out three shallow dishes.

2. 2

   In one shallow dish, beat eggs and add the salt and pepper. Add the flour into another shallow dish.

3. 3

   Mix together the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, basil, oregano and thyme in a third shallow dish.

4. 4

   Pat the veal dry with a paper towel. Season both sides of the veal with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Set the three bowls in the following order: flour, eggs and then the breadcrumbs. Set a large plate at the end.

6. 6

   Start with 1 piece of veal and dip it first in the flour. Shake off the excess flour.

7. 7

   Then place the veal into the eggs making sure to completely coat both sides.

8. 8

   Lastly, place the veal into the bread crumb mixture and press crumbs into the veal. Set the piece of veal aside on large plate and continue with remaining veal.

9. 9

   Add the vegetable oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat and heat until shimmering.

10. 10

    Add one piece of veal to the oil and cook for about 1 -2 minutes on the first side. Use tongs to carefully turn over the veal and cok until the veal is golden brown on the second side, about 1-2 minutes.

11. 11

    Add more oil as needed and work in batches depending on how many pieces of veal fit in your skillet. Remove the cooked veal when the temperature reaches 145 degrees F and set on a paper towel lined plate. Sprinkle salt over finished veal and top with arugula. Serve with a lemon wedge and extra Parmesan cheese for garnish.