Introduction
Grilled Veal Chops with Caper and Sage Sauce offers a delightful combination of robust veal flavors complemented by the zesty tang of capers and sage. This recipe promises to deliver an exquisite dining experience, perfect for impressing guests or indulging in a luxurious meal at home.
Tips for this Recipe
To ensure your veal chops are perfectly grilled, preheat the grill pan to medium-high heat before cooking. Letting the meat come up to room temperature prior to grilling can help prevent it from drying out and improve its texture.
Why you will love this recipe
This Grilled Veal Chops with Caper and Sage Sauce is a symphony of flavors that caters to the gourmet palate, offering an unforgettable culinary adventure. The rich taste of veal paired with the boldness of capers and sage elevates this dish beyond ordinary fare, creating an experience that’s both hearty and elegant—a true testament to fine dining at home.
Ingredients
– 4 veal rib chops trimmed of excess fat (about 10 ounces each), and 1 inch thick
– 1 teaspoon canola oil
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
– 1/2 cup diced (1/4-inch) red onion
– 2 tablespoons drained capers
– 1 tablespoon minced fresh sage
– 2 teaspoons julienned lemon zest
– 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
– 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
– 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
– 2 tablespoons homemade chicken stock or low-salt canned chicken broth
Adviced equipment
For the best grilling experience and results:
– Grill Pan / Frying Pan
– Meat Thermometer
– Grilling Utensils Set (tongs, spatulas, brushes)
– Cast Iron Skillet
– Oven Mitts
– Cutting Board and Knife Set
– Mixing Bowl Set
– Digital Food Scale
– Meat Mallet
– Saucepan Set
History of the Recipe
The art of grilling veal chops with a caper and sage sauce has roots that intertwine with culinary traditions across Europe. Historically, this method was utilized to preserve meats while enhancing their flavor profiles through natural ingredients like capers and herbs—sages being among the few plants known since antiquity for their medicinal and gastronomical uses. Over time, it evolved into a refined dish that encapsulates both rustic and sophisticated cooking techniques, appealing to those who appreciate classic flavors with modern flair.
Fun Facts about this Recipe
The veal chop is not just any cut of meat; it’s a specialty that has been prized for centuries due to its tenderninas and succulent texture when cooked properly. Veal itself, derived from calves raised without antibiotics or growth hormones, reflects the culinary dedication towards ethical eating practices. The caper plant’s tiny purple flowers yield their small leaves and buds (capers) after undergoing a salting process that preserves them—an ingenious method dating back to Roman times for both food storage and flavoring, further accentuating the historical charm of this recipe’s ingredients.
