Veal leg with garlic and anchovies recipe

How to make veal leg with garlic and anchovies

A sumptuous dish served with creamy mashed potatoes.

For meat connoisseurs... a sophisticated recipe with a European-Saudi flair.
Meat & More's tender leg of veal is slowly roasted with a mixture of butter, garlic, and anchovies, served with creamy mashed potatoes.
A perfect meat recipe for Friday or a fancy meal without red sauce, rich in flavor and easy to serve.

✅ Ingredients (serves 4-5 people):

🥩 For the calf:
- 1 kg boneless veal leg from Meat & More
- 4 crushed garlic cloves
- 5 anchovy fillets (preserved in oil)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- A pinch of black pepper + salt + rosemary or dried thyme
- Juice of half a lemon (optional)

🥔 For mashed potatoes:
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and boiled
- 1/2 cup cooking cream or warm milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt + white pepper
- A pinch of nutmeg (optional)

👨🍳 Preparation method:

1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter with the oil, then add the garlic and anchovies and stir until the anchovies melt and form a smooth sauce.
2. Rub the thigh completely with the butter mixture, and sprinkle over the spices and rosemary.
3. Brown the thigh on all sides in a pan, then put it in a preheated oven at 180° for 40–50 minutes or until cooked (depending on the thickness).
   Pour a little of the braising juice over it before serving.
4. Mash the potatoes with the butter, then gradually add the cream until smooth and creamy.
   Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

🍽️ Serving suggestion:

Serve the leg of veal on a bed of mashed potatoes.
Garnish with a rosemary leaf or grilled lemon, and serve with a green salad or grilled vegetables.

💡 Chef's Tip:

Let the thigh rest for 10 minutes after removing it from the oven before carving... to preserve the meat's juices and flavor.

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