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Vitello Tonnato

Italian · Western Europe Top Pick STOVETOP
8/10

Cold sliced veal with creamy tuna-caper sauce — surprising and elegant.

Beef Small Plate & Appetizer Home Cook Friendly N Nut-Free E Egg-Free G Gluten-Free

Why It Works

The umami combination of tuna + anchovies + capers creates a sauce greater than its parts.

Key Ingredients

veal loin canned tuna capers anchovies mayo lemon

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