Veal and Vegetable Foil Packets
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
- Energy Kcal 487
- Carbohydrates g 21.5
- of which sugars g 9.8
- Protein g 40.3
- Fats g 26.7
- of which saturated fat g 7.06
- Fiber g 2.6
- Cholesterol mg 140
- Sodium mg 451
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 20 min
- Cook time: 40 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Average
PRESENTATION
Veal and vegetable foil packets are, frankly, a cool twist on classic Italian comfort food—especially with the ‘al cartoccio’ cooking method. Instead of those slow-cooked stews or long-simmered sauces from old-school Northern or Central Italy, these veal foil packets use the best cuts of tender veal wrapped up with bright spring veggies. Really good stuff. Think moist new potatoes, crisp baby carrots with their tops, and a few colorful touches for taste.
And look, the magic is in sealing everything up in parchment or foil. This locks in that aroma and keeps the meat super juicy without much fuss. So here's the thing—you get all the flavors you’d expect from Italian veal and vegetable recipes, but it's lighter, fresher, and quicker. The agrodolce touch—sweet and tangy—adds a surprise to every bite, waking up your taste buds and making it feel special, even on a weeknight.
Here's the deal: these veal en papillote meals balance simplicity with a sense of occasion. Folks in Italy love dishes that show off good, seasonal ingredients, and these veal and vegetable foil packets totally do that. The veal stays soft and moist, the vegetables keep their color and snap, and the whole packet smells amazing when you open it at the table. Seriously good. It's the kind of food that works when you want something light yet filling, and it brings that Italian style to any meal.
Some families might toss in local herbs or mix different veggies based on what's around, but the base remains the same—quality veal, a handful of garden-fresh produce, and that agrodolce kick. Whether you’re thinking about easy foil packet meals for a busy night or just want a fresh spin on Italian veal dinner ideas, this dish offers something tender, colorful, and a bit different to share—people always ask for it again. For sure. Perfect for those who love a meal that's both traditional and modern, these packets give you a taste of Italy's culinary charm.
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- INGREDIENTS
- Ingredients for 4 Foil Packets
- Veal 1.8 lbs (800 g) - (cubed meat)
- New potatoes 0.75 lb (350 g)
- Carrots 1 ⅛ cup (150 g) - baby
- Balsamic vinegar 3 tbsp (45 g)
- Acacia honey 4.3 tsp (30 g)
- Garlic 1 clove
- Extra virgin olive oil to taste
- Fine salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh chili pepper 1
- Thyme a few - sprig
How to prepare Veal and Vegetable Foil Packets
To prepare the veal and vegetable foil packets, start with the vegetables. Thoroughly wash both the potatoes and the carrots. Then put a pot of water on to boil, and once it reaches a boil, immerse the potatoes 1. Meanwhile, slightly trim the carrot greens 2. After cooking the potatoes for 9-10 minutes, add the carrots to the pot and cook for another 3-4 minutes 3.
Then drain everything 4 and cut some of the carrots in half lengthwise 5 and quarter some potatoes 6.
Set them aside for a moment and move on to the meat. In a fairly large saucepan, pour some oil and add the whole garlic and chili 7. Let it heat well, then add the meat cubes 8. Sear the meat well by browning it at high heat and stirring often 9.
then remove the garlic and chili 10 and add the potatoes and carrots 11. After a quick sauté, season with salt, wait a moment for the water to evaporate, and deglaze with balsamic vinegar 12.
Immediately add the honey 13, a pinch of black pepper, and mix well 14. Then spoon the mixture onto 4 sheets of parchment paper 15
garnishing with a few sprigs of thyme 16. Wrap them like candies 17 and finally roll them in another sheet of aluminum foil 18.
Bake the foil packets in a preheated static oven at 320°F for about 15 minutes 19. Your veal and vegetable foil packets are ready 20, plate them and let your guests unwrap their portion 21!