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Saltimbocca Alla Romana

Savory Saltimbocca Alla Romana in Just 20 Minutes

Saltimbocca Alla Romana is an elegant Italian dish featuring veal, prosciutto, and sage, perfect for impressing guests or on weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Veal
  • 2 slices Veal slices Tender cuts from the leg or loin
For the Prosciutto
  • 2 slices Prosciutto slices Adds savory richness
For the Sage
  • 4 leaves Sage leaves Fresh sage offers the most aromatic flavor
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Consider clarified butter for higher smoke point
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to prosciutto saltiness
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked for a hint of heat

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • meat tenderizer
  • toothpicks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the veal by gently pounding each slice to about a quarter-inch thickness.
  2. Assemble by laying a slice of prosciutto on each veal piece and adding sage leaves, securing with toothpicks.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet until foamy and shimmering.
  4. Sear veal slices in the skillet, prosciutto side down, for about 2 minutes until crispy.
  5. Flip the veal slices and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  6. Serve immediately, arranging on a warm platter and removing toothpicks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Serve hot for the best flavor and texture. Fresh ingredients elevate this classic dish.

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