Pojarski with Lemon Caper Sauce Recipe

Name: Pojarski with Lemon Caper Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound well chilled ground veal; 1/2 pound well chilled ground pork; 3 cups fresh bread crumbs; 1/2 cup heavy cream; Freshly grated nutmeg to taste; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3/4 stick unsalted butter; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 tablespoons drained bottled capers, chopped; 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves; Salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1 pound well chilled ground veal
1/2 pound well chilled ground pork
3 cups fresh bread crumbs
1/2 cup heavy cream
Freshly grated nutmeg to taste
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3/4 stick unsalted butter
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons drained bottled capers, chopped
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

1
In a food processor blend the veal, pork, 1 cup of bread crumbs, cream, nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste until the mixture is combined well and form 1/2 cupfuls of the mixture into 1/2-inch thick patties.
2
Have ready in separate bowls the eggs, and the remaining 2 cups bread crumbs.
3
Dip the patties, 1 at a time, in the egg, letting the excess drip off, dredge them in the bread crumbs, and transfer them to a baking sheet lined with waxed paper.
4
Chill the patties on the baking sheet for 30 minutes.
5
In a large heavy skillet heat the oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over moderately high heat until the foam subsides and in the fat saute the patties in batches for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and springy to the touch.
6
Transfer the patties as they are cooked to a platter and keep them warm, covered.
7
Wipe out the skillet, add the remaining 4 tablespoons butter, and melt it over moderate heat.
8
Add the lemon juice and capers and simmer the sauce for 1 minute.
9
Stir in the parsley, and salt and pepper to taste and pour the sauce over the patties

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound well chilled ground veal, 1/2 pound well chilled ground pork, 3 cups fresh bread crumbs, 1/2 cup heavy cream, and more.

Yes, Pojarski with Lemon Caper Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Pojarski with Lemon Caper Sauce

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