Session 137 — Saltimbocca alla Romana
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Skill: Pan-searing thin veal or chicken cutlets; prosciutto application; sage crisp
Read first: Veal Saltimbocca — or Chicken Saltimbocca if substituting
What you're learning: Saltimbocca = "jump in the mouth." Thin protein + salty prosciutto + sage + butter + white wine reduction. It's a 15-minute dish that requires absolute timing: in the pan, prosciutto-side down briefly, then flip, deglaze, done.
Full Meal: - Saltimbocca alla Romana - Sautéed spinach with garlic - Simple roasted potatoes
🎥 Compare Notes: Saltimbocca alla Romana — DW Food — A Roman chef demonstrates the dish on its home turf; compare your veal pounding, sage placement, and pan sauce.