Poached Veal Eye Round with Tuna, Anchovies and Cap

Name: Poached Veal Eye Round with Tuna, Anchovies and Capers Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds veal, eye round, 1 piece, trimmed and ready to be cooked; 4 quarts white stock, veal or beef or vegetable; 2 egg yolks (fresh or pasteurized); Sea salt, fine, to taste; Lemon juice, to taste; 1 cup olive oil; 1 1/2 cups tuna fish, canned in olive oil, drained; 1 -ounce anchovies, fillets, preserved in olive oil, drained; 1 -ounce capers, preserved in salt, soaked in fresh water and drained; 1 tablespoon vinegar, red wine; White wine, (sauvignon) to taste; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 3 celery hearts with leaves; 1 -ounce capers, preserved in salt, soaked in fresh water and drained; 1 -ounce anchovies, fillets, preserved in olive oil, drained; Peppercorns, black, freshly ground, to taste; Olive oil, extra virgin, to taste

Servings: persons

2 pounds veal, eye round, 1 piece, trimmed and ready to be cooked
4 quarts white stock, veal or beef or vegetable
2 egg yolks (fresh or pasteurized)
Sea salt, fine, to taste
Lemon juice, to taste
1 cup olive oil
1 1/2 cups tuna fish, canned in olive oil, drained
1 -ounce anchovies, fillets, preserved in olive oil, drained
1 -ounce capers, preserved in salt, soaked in fresh water and drained
1 tablespoon vinegar, red wine
White wine, (sauvignon) to taste
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 celery hearts with leaves
1 -ounce capers, preserved in salt, soaked in fresh water and drained
1 -ounce anchovies, fillets, preserved in olive oil, drained
Peppercorns, black, freshly ground, to taste
Olive oil, extra virgin, to taste

1
Place the stock in an 8-quart saucepan and bring it to a simmer.
2
Adjust the flavor and place the meat inside, making sure that will be completely submerged by the liquid.
3
Place a lid on and cook gently without simmering (poaching is 190 degrees) until the meat reaches 110 degrees internal temperature.
4
At that point turn the heat off and let the meat cool inside its own liquid.
5
The carry over cooking should leave the meat medium and pink.
6
(If you prefer it well done cook it longer).
7
Prepare the mayonnaise either by hand or in a food processor.
8
Stir the egg yolks with salt, some lemon juice and add the oil very carefully.
9
Adjust the flavor.
10
Puree the tuna, anchovies and capers in a blender adjusting the consistency with some white wine, until smooth.
11
In a bowl incorporate the tuna puree, the mayonnaise, the heavy cream, adjust the consistency and the flavor with more wine and vinegar as needed.
12
Place some of the sauce on a 12-inch plate.
13
Slice the veal very thin and place it in the center of the plate on top of the sauce.
14
Garnish with the celery, leaves, capers, anchovies, black pepper and extra virgin.

1961

kcal

Calories

216

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds veal, eye round, 1 piece, trimmed and ready to be cooked, 4 quarts white stock, veal or beef or vegetable, 2 egg yolks (fresh or pasteurized), Sea salt, fine, to taste, and more.

Yes, Poached Veal Eye Round with Tuna, Anchovies and Capers Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Poached Veal Eye Round with Tuna, Anchovies and Capers Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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