Make authentic Portuguese roast veal with tender meat, roasted potatoes, garlic, olive oil, and white wine. A comforting family meal that is perfect for Sunday gatherings, holidays, or special occasions.
If you're looking for a hearty and impressive dinner, this Portuguese roast veal recipe is a classic choice. Tender veal marinated with garlic, white wine, bay leaf, and spices, before being roasted in the oven alongside golden potatoes. The result is a juicy and flavorful meat, perfectly roasted potatoes, and a delicious, rich sauce.
A beloved dish served across Portugal for family gatherings and Sunday meals, this easy roast veal recipe transforms simple ingredients into an incredibly tender and flavorful meal. Whether you're preparing a holiday feast, a special dinner, or a comforting weekend meal, this traditional Portuguese roast is guaranteed to become a favorite at your table.
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Ingredients for Portuguese Roast Veal with Potatoes
Here you'll find all the ingredients needed to make this recipe:
- Veal - A tender meat that becomes juicy and flavorful when roasted.
- Onion - Adds sweetness and depth to the roasting juices, helping to create a richer flavor.
- Garlic - Adds aroma and flavor to the meat.
- Bay leaf - Adds a subtle flavor to the marinade.
- Potatoes - Absorb the flavorful juices during roasting, creating a hearty side dish with a crispy skin and tender interior.
- Olive oil - Keeps the meat moist and enhances the overall flavor.
- Pepper - Adds a slightly spicy touch.
- Saffron - Adds aroma and a slightly golden color to the dish.
- White wine - Creates a flavorful roasting sauce with slight acidity.
- Salt - Enhances the natural flavors of all the ingredients and helps season the veal.
Below you’ll find the correct measurement of all ingredients and the step-by-step guide for this recipe.
How to Make Portuguese Roast Veal with Potatoes
Step 1: Place the veal in a baking dish and season with salt, chopped garlic, sliced onion, white wine, saffron, pepper, and bay leaves. Let marinate for about 2 hours to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
Step 2: Meanwhile, wash the potatoes thoroughly and place them in a large saucepan. Cover with water, season with salt, and bring to a boil over high heat. Once the water begins to boil, reduce the heat to medium and cook for about 25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 3: Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF).
Step 4: Once the potatoes are tender, drain them and arrange them around the meat in the baking dish. Drizzle the meat and potatoes with olive oil and roast for about 1 hour, or until the meat and potatoes are golden brown. Baste occasionally with the sauce to keep everything moist and flavorful.
Step 5: Remove the roast from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve the roast with a glass of good red wine.
Tips for Portuguese Roast Veal with Potatoes
• Marinate the veal for at least 2 hours, but marinating it overnight provides an even more intense flavor.
• Baste the veal regularly with its own juices while roasting to keep the meat tender, juicy, and flavorful.
• Roast at 180ºC (350ºF) to obtain tender meat and evenly browned potatoes.
• Use a meat thermometer rather than relying solely on cooking time.
FAQs
How can I prevent veal from drying out?
Marinate the meat before cooking, baste it occasionally with its own juices, and avoid overcooking. Using a meat thermometer helps ensure perfect results.
Can I prepare the veal ahead of time?
Yes. Marinate the veal up to 24 hours in advance and keep it refrigerated until ready to roast.
Can I store leftovers?
Yes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 to 3 days.
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Portuguese Roast Veal with Potatoes
Make authentic Portuguese roast veal with tender meat, roasted potatoes, garlic, olive oil, and white wine. A comforting family meal that is perfect for Sunday gatherings, holidays, or special occasions.
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- 1 kg (2 1/4 pounds) veal
- 2 medium onions
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 bay leaf
- 1.2 kg (2 2/3 pounds) small potatoes
- 100 ml (1/2 cup) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon saffron
- 200 ml (about 1 cup) white wine
- Salt (to taste)
- Place the veal in a baking dish and season with salt, chopped garlic, sliced onion, white wine, saffron, pepper, and bay leaves. Let marinate for about 2 hours to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
- Meanwhile, wash the potatoes thoroughly and place them in a large saucepan. Cover with water, season with salt, and bring to a boil over high heat. Once the water begins to boil, reduce the heat to medium and cook for about 25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF).
- Once the potatoes are tender, drain them and arrange them around the meat in the baking dish. Drizzle the meat and potatoes with olive oil and roast for about 1 hour, or until the meat and potatoes are golden brown. Baste occasionally with the sauce to keep everything moist and flavorful.
- Remove the roast from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
