The light Palermitan cutlet is a tasty and light second meat dish.
The traditional recipe does not include egg breading and does not involve frying but grilling or pan cooking without oil.
My light version stays true to the original plus you can try whole wheat breading.
Don’t forget to consider the breading in the total carbohydrate count of the meal.
Cutlets make everyone happy, young and old, and the light Palermitan cutlet is a healthy proposal perfect for the whole family.
I love thin and crispy meat cutlets, do you?
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 2 People
- Cooking methods: Electric Oven, Grill
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 2 slices beef (lean cut for cutlets)
- to taste breadcrumbs (or whole wheat breadcrumbs)
- 2 tablespoons cheese (grated: cacio cavallo or Grana or Parmesan)
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch mixed peppercorns (with grinder)
- to taste chopped parsley (chopped)
- 1 drizzle extra virgin olive oil (raw)
Suggested Tools
- Baking Sheet 10×11 inches
- Parchment Paper
- Grill or griddle
Preparation
Take the meat out of the fridge an hour before to bring it to room temperature.
In a plate, pour:
– breadcrumbs or whole wheat breadcrumbs;
– grated cheese;
– salt;
– pepper;
– chopped parsley;
and mix.
Pass the meat slices in the breading, on both sides, pressing lightly to adhere well.
Preheat the oven.
Bake in a fan oven at 356°F for about 10-15 minutes, until golden.On grill – griddle – with parchment paper.
Heat the griddle.
Cut a parchment paper sheet to fit the griddle, make sure it doesn’t stick out as it may burn.Place the parchment paper sheet on the hot griddle.
Put the cutlets on the parchment paper and cook to taste on each side as per the desired level of doneness.
Turn the cutlets only once so that the breading remains firm.Plate.
Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil.
Variants
– chicken or turkey Palermitan;
– Palermitan with cheese-free breading;
– gluten-free Palermitan breading.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
The best cuts for light cutlet
Veal round or knuckle.
Rump, eye of round, or knuckle of beef.
Chicken breast.
Turkey breast.Can I use chicken breast instead of veal?
Certainly, but buy thin slices for even cooking.
