Ingredients

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups plain breadcrumbs
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 lbs thinly sliced veal scallopini
  • kosher salt
  • fresh ground black pepper
  • 2 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Method

  • Preheat oven to 175 degrees F.
  • In a shallow dish, beat eggs and season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour flour into another shallow dish.
  • Mix together the bread crumbs, basil and thyme in a third shallow dish.
  • Have ready one large plate.
  • Season the veal with salt and pepper.
  • Working with 1 piece of veal at a time, dip it first in the flour, shaking off excess.
  • Next, place the floured veal into the beaten eggs, coating completely.
  • Place the veal into the bread crumb mixture and gently press crumbs into the veal.
  • Set aside on large plate and continue with remaining veal slices.
  • In a large skillet with high sides, heat the oil to 375 degrees F.
  • Have ready a baking sheet fitted with a rack.
  • Carefully place 2 pieces of breaded veal in the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides, about 6 to 8 minutes total.
  • Place cooked veal on rack, season with salt and place in oven to keep warm.
  • Continue with remaining veal.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.