Veal Gratin (lyonnaise-style Gratin De Veau)
Veal Gratin, also known as Gratin de Veau, is a classic dish from Lyonnaise cuisine that features tender veal in a creamy, cheesy gratin. This dish is perfect for a special dinner or a festive occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds veal, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dredge the veal slices in flour, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Add the veal slices and cook until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Remove the veal from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, and bring to a simmer.
- Return the veal to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Preheat the broiler. Transfer the veal and sauce to a baking dish.
- Sprinkle the Gruyère cheese over the top and place under the broiler until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Season with salt and pepper, then serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Baking dish Skillet Whisk
Tools
Broiler
Serving suggestions
Serve the Veal Gratin with a side of roasted vegetables and a glass of red wine for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a golden brown and crispy cheese topping, broil the gratin for a few minutes until the cheese is bubbly and slightly charred.
Cost
$25