Can I use pork or chicken instead of veal?
Yes. Pound pork or chicken breast to the same thickness (3-4 mm) and adjust cook time slightly—chicken may need an extra 30 seconds per side.
Italian · dinner
Saltimbocca alla Romana
#italian#veal#prosciutto#pan-sauce#quick
25m
Total time
2
Servings
—
kcal
medium
Difficulty
Apr 14, 2026
INGREDIENTS.
2
Meat
- 2 pieces veal cutlets
- 2 slices prosciutto
Produce
- 4 leaves fresh sage leaves
Pantry
- 50 ml dry white wine
- 15 ml olive oil
- 10 g all-purpose flour
- 2 g salt
Dairy
- 20 g unsalted butter
Spice
- 1 g black pepper
THE METHOD.
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FAQ · Things people ask
About this recipe.
What if I don't have toothpicks?
Press the prosciutto and sage firmly onto the veal, then cook prosciutto-side down first. The rendered fat will glue the layers together.
Can I make the sauce ahead?
No. The sauce relies on fresh pan fond and butter emulsion. Make it immediately after cooking the cutlets while the pan is still hot.
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