Scaloppine al’arancia: A Delicious Italian Recipe

Learn to prepare Scaloppine al’arancia, an aromatic Italian dish that is a delightful alternative to classic scaloppine.

Introduction to Scaloppine al’arancia

Scaloppine al’arancia is a simple and fragrant second course, perfect for when you want to serve something different from the classic wine or lemon scaloppine. In this version, the orange imparts a delicate and enveloping citrus note to the meat, creating a creamy, slightly sweet sauce that enhances the tenderness of the veal slices.

This recipe is incredibly easy and can be prepared in just a few minutes: simply coat the meat slices in flour, sauté them, and let them cook in freshly squeezed orange juice, which transforms into a creamy and aromatic base.

Scaloppine al’arancia is an original alternative to traditional scaloppine, ideal when you’re looking for a quick yet refined dish, perfect for any occasion.

Other Must-Try Scaloppine Recipes

  • Scaloppine ai funghi
  • Scaloppine in rosa
  • Scaloppine alla birra
  • Scaloppine alla pizzaiola
  • Scaloppine al marsala

Ingredients

  • 4 veal scaloppine
  • 2 oranges (juice and zest)
  • Flour for dusting
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Begin by dusting the veal slices with flour, shaking off any excess.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté the flour-coated veal until golden brown on both sides.
  3. Pour in the freshly squeezed orange juice, add salt and pepper, and let simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Finish with a touch of orange zest for added flavor.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with additional orange slices if desired.

Total Time

30 min

Cuisine

Italian

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