Antipasto · Piedmont

Vitello Tonnato

Quick answer

Vitello tonnato is cold sliced veal served with a creamy sauce of tuna, anchovy, capers and mayonnaise.

Veal is poached or roasted, chilled, thinly sliced and covered with the sauce.

A summer classic in Piedmont.

Region
Piedmont
Course
Antipasto

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