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Vitel toné (veal in tuna sauce)

The Italian-Argentine Christmas Eve classic: chilled sliced veal under a creamy tuna, anchovy and caper sauce.

Time
150min
Steps
5
Vitel toné (veal in tuna sauce), photographed from above

Ingredients

8 servings

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Allergens

Contains egg and fish.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Simmer veal with vegetables, bay and wine in water just to cover until tender and at least 63°C (145°F) inside, about 1.5 hours; cool in the broth.

    2. 2

      Slice very thin.

    3. 3

      Blend tuna, anchovies, capers, yolks, mayo, lemon and enough broth for a pourable sauce.

    4. 4

      Layer meat and sauce on a platter, ending with sauce.

    5. 5

      Chill overnight; garnish with capers and serve cold.

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