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Saltimbocca

Italian Saltimbocca (Veal with Prosciutto) Recipe

A classic Roman dish of tender veal layered with sage and prosciutto, pan-seared to golden perfection and finished in a buttery white wine sauce. Elegant, aromatic, and bursting with traditional Italian flavour.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 673 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 thin slices veal escalope about 100 g each
  • 8 slices prosciutto crudo Parma ham preferred
  • 8 fresh sage leaves
  • 40 g plain flour for dusting
  • 50 g unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 100 ml dry white wine
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions
 

  • Lay the veal slices between sheets of baking parchment. Gently pound with a meat mallet until evenly thin, about 5 mm thick. This ensures tenderness and quick cooking.
  • Place a sage leaf on each veal slice, then top with a slice of prosciutto. Secure with a cocktail stick or small skewer to hold everything in place.
  • Sprinkle the veal lightly with flour on both sides, shaking off the excess. The flour helps achieve a golden crust and slightly thickens the pan sauce later.
  • In a large frying pan, warm the olive oil and half the butter over medium to high heat until the butter foams gently. Swirl the pan to coat evenly before adding the meat.
  • Place the veal prosciutto side down first. Cook for about 1–2 minutes until the prosciutto becomes crisp. Turn and cook the other side for another minute. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if needed.
  • Remove the cooked veal and keep warm. Pour the white wine into the pan to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly reduced.
  • Add the remaining butter and swirl until melted and glossy. Taste and season lightly with salt and pepper; prosciutto already adds saltiness, so season carefully.
  • Place the veal back in the sauce briefly, coating each slice to absorb flavour. Heat gently for about 30 seconds, ensuring the meat stays tender.
  • Arrange the veal slices on warm plates. Spoon the sauce over each portion and garnish with extra sage if desired.
  • Serve immediately with lemon wedges and sides such as sautéed spinach, roasted potatoes, or a light green salad. The fresh lemon enhances the richness of the sauce beautifully.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 673kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 75gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 303mgSodium: 323mgPotassium: 1312mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 318IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Roman recipe
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