Veal Roast with Grapes
- Gluten Free
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 20 min
- Cook time: 2 h
- Serving: 8
- Cost: Average
PRESENTATION
Weeknight family meals get a special upgrade with veal roast with grapes at the table. Juicy veal chops take on a whole new life next to sweet roasted grapes, making this dish really nice for both busy cooks and folks who want a meal that feels a bit special. The good mix of flavors stands out—roasted grapes turn soft and extra flavorful, adding that pop of sweetness and just a touch of tang. With a little savory from the rosemary and a gentle mustard background, this mustard veal roast goes beyond your average dinner. Friends often mention how pretty it looks with those glossy grapes scattered around—the nice golden veal roast right in the middle. That moist bite, plus the little burst of grape, is something folks remember... kids and adults, everyone seems to come back for seconds at family parties or holidays. Definitely a winner when you’re looking for a holiday roast that blends comfort with a bit of class (perfect for Sunday get-togethers or when you’re hosting, too).
Families appreciate that you don’t need lots of extras because veal roast with grapes already feels like an elegant dinner but manages to stay super approachable. Fancy enough for birthdays or anniversaries (but works great with just your regular weeknight sides), it gives home cooks that peace of mind—good chance it’ll come out looking just as amazing as it tastes. Versatility is a real plus: serve with a creamy grape sauce drizzled over the roast, maybe some herby potatoes, or just a fresh, simple salad. Big crowd? It goes further than you’d think—holiday roast leftovers are delicious in sandwiches or wraps the next day. Nice for picky eaters too since the sweet grapes and tender veal chops make even basic vegetables taste better. Everyone enjoys sitting down to a meal that looks beautiful, fills the kitchen with cozy aromas, and makes it EASY to celebrate together—honestly, that's what makes this recipe a top pick for relaxed, family-friendly entertaining. (Pro tip: garnish with extra rosemary or thyme for a simple finish that looks pretty and tastes GREAT.)
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- INGREDIENTS
- Pork - veal nut about 1 kg
- White grapes 2 cups (300 g)
- Black grapes 1.875 cups (300 g)
- White wine 1.1 cups (250 ml)
- Extra virgin olive oil to taste
- Butter 3 ½ tbsp (50 g)
- Celery 2 ribs
- Carrots 2
- Onions 2
- Garlic 3 cloves
- Rosemary 1 sprig
- Juniper berries 3
- Sage 3 leaves
- Parsley 1 tuft
- Fine salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
How to prepare Veal Roast with Grapes
Take your veal nut and place it on a cutting board 1; remove any cartilage with a knife 2, then tie it with kitchen string 3.
Place the rosemary and some sage leaves on your roast (4-5). Take a saucepan and, after heating the oil and butter, lay the meat in it 6.
Brown the roast on all sides, turning it with a wooden spoon 7, then add the wine 8. When the roast is well browned, transfer it to a roasting pan, where you will also pour in the cooking juices 9.
Clean the carrots, celery, onions, and garlic 10 and place them in the roasting pan with the juniper berries, parsley, salt, and pepper 11. Let it cook in a preheated oven for an hour at 356°F (turning the roast occasionally). Meanwhile, wash the grapes well, cut the berries in half, and remove the seeds 12.
After an hour of cooking, remove the vegetables and herbs from the pot, leaving only the cooking juices 13, then add the berries (14-15) and cook for another 20 minutes, keeping the temperature at 356°F. Once the oven is off, let the roast rest for a few minutes, then slice it and serve it with the grapes, adding the sauce formed during cooking.