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A hearty and flavorful Montenegrin roast veal dish, slow-cooked with a medley of root vegetables and herbs, resulting in tender meat and aromatic, savory juices.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1.5 kg Veal shoulder or leg
- 2 large Onions(chopped)
- 3 medium Carrots(peeled and cut into chunks)
- 500 g Potatoes(peeled and quartered)
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves(minced)
- 200 ml Red wine
- 500 ml Beef or veal broth
- 2 Bay leaves
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
- 1/2 cup Fresh parsley(chopped, for garnish)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F).
💡 Tip: Allowing the oven to preheat fully ensures even cooking. - 2
Pat the veal dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
💡 Tip: Drying the meat helps in achieving a better sear. - 3
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the veal on all sides until browned. Remove the veal and set aside.
💡 Tip: Searing locks in juices and develops flavor. - 4
Add the chopped onions to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 6
Pour in the red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
💡 Tip: This adds depth of flavor to the sauce. - 7
Return the seared veal to the pot. Add the carrots, potatoes, beef broth, bay leaves, and rosemary sprigs.
- 8
Bring the liquid to a simmer, then cover the pot tightly with a lid or foil.
💡 Tip: A tight seal prevents moisture loss during slow cooking. - 9
Transfer the pot to the preheated oven and cook for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the veal is fork-tender.
💡 Tip: Cooking time may vary depending on the cut of veal. - 10
Remove the bay leaves and rosemary sprigs. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
💡 Tip: Taste and adjust seasoning before serving. - 11
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot with the vegetables and cooking juices.
💡 Tip: Fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For an even richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of tomato paste along with the garlic.
- ✓If the sauce becomes too thick during cooking, add a little more broth or water.
- ✓This dish can also be made in a slow cooker on low heat for 6-8 hours.
🔄 Variations
- Add other root vegetables like parsnips or turnips.
- Include a diced bell pepper for added sweetness and color.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.