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Cotoletta Milanese — traditional dish from Milan, Italy
Main course Meat

Food Flavour DNA

Nutritional Values

🔥710kcal
💪42gProtein
🌾38gCarbs
🥑45gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🥚 Eggs

Cotoletta Milanese

How to order / say it
Say it Cotoletta alla Milanese — [koh-toh-LEHT-tah ah-lah mee-lah-NEH-seh]
Order I'd like the Cotoletta, please.
Locally Vorrei la Cotoletta alla Milanese, per favore.
Say locally

A breaded and fried veal cutlet, emblematic of Milanese cuisine.

Why try it?

This dish exemplifies Milan's historical love for simple yet elegant comfort foods, showcasing a balance between rich flavors and a light, crispy texture that has enchanted local palates for generations.

How it tastes

The cutlet boasts a golden, crunchy exterior, enveloping juicy, tender veal. The mild, savory taste is often complemented by a squeeze of lemon juice for a fresh finish.

Origin & History — first documented: 1150

Cotoletta alla Milanese has its origins in the 12th century as a popular dish among Milanese nobility, reflecting the region's wealth and preference for refined, yet straightforward dishes.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 2 pieces (about 250 g) veal cutlet
  • 🌾 100 g breadcrumbs
  • 🥚 2 eggs
  • 🌾 50 g flour
  • 🫒 100 ml olive oil
  • 🥛 30 g butter

Method

  1. 1 Coat veal cutlets in flour, beaten eggs, then breadcrumbs.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil and butter in a pan over medium heat.
  3. 3 Fry each breaded cutlet until golden brown on both sides.
  4. 4 Serve hot with a fresh lemon wedge.

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