Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Sauce
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add marinara sauce, basil, and red pepper flakes if using. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Keep warm.
Prepare the Veal
- Set up three shallow dishes: flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and combined panko and regular breadcrumbs mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano in the third.
- Pat veal cutlets dry and season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
- Dredge each cutlet in flour, shaking off excess. Dip in beaten eggs, letting excess drip off. Coat thoroughly in seasoned breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F or a breadcrumb sizzles immediately when dropped in.
Cook the Veal
- Carefully place 2 cutlets in the hot oil, don't overcrowd the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown on the bottom.
- Flip carefully and cook another 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 145°F.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with remaining cutlets.
- Serve immediately topped with warm marinara sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For extra crispy results, let the breaded cutlets rest for 10 minutes before frying. This helps the coating stick better. Leftover cutlets can be reheated in a 375°F oven for 5-7 minutes to restore crispiness. The sauce can be made up to 3 days ahead and reheated before serving.
