Vitello Tonnato

Recipe by Norbert Tarayre

Vitello tonnato, an Italian dish from Piedmont dating back to the 18th century, consists of a pink veal fillet served cold, topped with a creamy sauce made of tuna, anchovies, capers, Parmesan and hazelnuts. Ideal as an elegant starter or as an amuse‑bouche for festive meals.

MediumItalianServes 4

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Source Video
34m
Prep
10m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
54m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$27.30
Per serving:$6.83

Critical Success Points

  • Sear the veal without moving it to obtain a golden crust.
  • Properly deglaze with white wine to capture the cooking juices.
  • Emulsify the sauce by adding the oil very slowly to avoid separation.
  • Slice the veal very thinly for a melt‑in‑the‑mouth texture.

Safety Warnings

  • Be careful of hot oil splatters when searing the veal.
  • White wine is flammable; keep open flames away during deglazing.
  • Use a sharp knife to avoid cuts.

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