Orange scaloppine

Name: Orange scaloppine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Sliced veal (4 large slices or 8 small ones) 1.3 lbs; Oranges 2; Butter 1.75 oz; Type 00 flour to taste; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Thyme to taste

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Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Lulù Gargari

Scallopini with orange is this really tasty dish from Northern and Central Italy, where folks just love getting creative with citrus in their cooking. And the thing is, it swaps out lemon's zing for the sweet and round flavor of orange. I mean, it creates a gentle taste that's hard to beat. Really hard. The veal slices? They're dusted with flour and seared until golden and tender. Then, they are simmered in orange juice that turns into a creamy, aromatic sauce—super tasty.

This orange scallopini recipe feels kinda fancy but without the extra effort. Up north in Italy, quick and elegant dishes like this are a hit. And it's obvious why. It comes together fast, but feels so special because of the delicate orange aroma that fills the kitchen. Honestly, it's like magic.

For anyone who loves the idea of citrus scallopini but thinks lemon is too much, this is a perfect choice. The sauce clings to the veal—keeping it moist and wrapped in an enveloping citrus flavor. Regions like Lombardy or Tuscany? They have their own twists—sometimes with pork or chicken instead of veal, letting the orange shine differently. Which is great, right?

What's really cool about this orange scallopini recipe is its flexibility. Serve it with simple sides for a casual meal or dress it up for something special. The creamy sauce and tender meat make a combo that seriously hits all the right notes. Especially when you want easy and impressive. Whether it's called veal scallopini with orange or just a great take on easy scallopini recipes, this dish delivers a taste of Italy’s homey yet refined cooking to your table. It's a perfect example of how Italian cuisine balances simplicity with rich flavors, making each meal an experience to savor. For real.

How to prepare Orange scaloppine

To prepare orange scaloppine, first take care of the meat: if the slices are a bit thick, lightly flatten them with a meat tenderizer to make them more uniform and tender 1, then cut them in half 2. Now, focus on the oranges: grate the zest of the 2 oranges 3 and set it aside.

Squeeze one of the oranges 4: you should obtain about 3 oz of juice. Peel the remaining orange and separate the segments with a small knife 5. Place the butter in a large pan 6 and let it melt over low heat.

Meanwhile, flour the meat slices one by one, removing excess flour by gently shaking them 7. When the butter is completely melted, slightly raise the heat and place the slices in the pan 8. Let them brown for 1-2 minutes, then turn them over 9.

Brown the slices on the other side for 1-2 minutes, then pour in the orange juice 10. Season with salt 11 and pepper 12.

Add most of the grated orange zest 13; mix well to dissolve the cooking juices and turn the slices a couple of times to flavor them. Continue cooking over low heat for a few minutes, until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy; it will take about 8 minutes in total. At this point, all that's left is to plate your orange scaloppine: transfer them to a serving dish, add the sauce 14, and a few thyme leaves 15.

Finish with some of the reserved orange zest 16, the orange segments 17, and serve your orange scaloppine hot 18!

Storage

Orange scaloppine can be stored in the refrigerator for 1-2 days at most.

Advice

For an even more fragrant and tasty result: use blood oranges — juicy and aromatic — and replace all-purpose flour with rice flour or cornstarch: the cooking sauce will be lighter, and the sauce will be more velvety.

If you prefer, you can strain the orange juice before pouring it into the pan.

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Orange scaloppine

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Orange scaloppine

Storage

Advice

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