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Veal Parmigiana for the Perfect Veal Sandwich

Published: Dec 16, 2022 by AmyG Modified On: May 22, 2025. This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment.

There's nothing like a tender piece of veal for the perfect Veal Sandwich every time.

And if you don't like extra carbs, ditch the panini bun and make this veal parmigiana with a side of sauteed rapini or brussel sprouts.

Make this quick and easy tomato sauce for the perfect veal sandwich or buy pre made tomato sauce to reduce preparation time.

If you like veal parm then you need to try my Italian Chicken Cutlets made like my mom used to make for us growing up. Breaded meats were often served as part of our Italian heritage and boy did my mom make them oh so delicious!

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  • Substitutions and Variations
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Veal parmigiana can be made any time of the year really. You don't need to wait for a special occasion. The ingredients are available readily from your local grocer. Next time you are shopping for groceries, go ahead and put those veal cutlets in your shopping cart.

Scroll down to the recipe card and print the recipe for when you need it. Promise this recipe is easy to follow and you'll look like a pro making the perfect veal parmigiana whether you are serving it with vegetables or making a veal sandwich.

Of course, if you are making veal sandwiches, you'll want to make sure that you have picked up fresh Italian kaiser buns or sub buns.

This recipe was inspired by this recipe for eggplant parmigiana which is a great substitute for lasagna if your watching your carb intake or just want to eat more veggies or plant based meals.

Start this meal with a hearty bowl of Slow Cooked Oxtail soup and eat with a side of Tomato and Bocconcini Salad. Finish your meal with this 5 Ingredient No Bake Cheesecake.

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What's the Difference between Veal Parmesan and Veal Parmigiana?

Veal parmesan and veal parmigiana are the same. Veal parmesan is topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella. You can add parmesan cheese as well, but it's not needed.

Interestingly enough, you won't find Parmesan Cheese on veal parmesan or veal parmigiana. Although Italians do add parmesan cheese to the bread crumb mixture to dredge the veal.

Which is better, veal or chicken?

It should come as no surprise that you can substitute chicken for the veal in this recipe for veal parmesan.

Which is better depends entirely on your preference for either type of meat.

Ingredients

For this Veal Parmigiana recipe you will need the following ingredients:

  • Sliced veal
  • eggs
  • seasoned breadcrumbs (or breadcrumbs, grated parmesan and parsley)
  • Vegetable oil or olive oil
  • Salt
  • Tomato Sauce
  • Shredded Mozzarella
  • Bun (Optional)

See recipe card for quantities.

How to Make the Perfect Veal Parm Sandwich

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Drizzle tomato sauce on the parchment paper. Add enough water to come up the edges about 1 cm.

Season your veal with salt and pepper.

Warm up your tomato sauce and set aside while you prepare the veal.

dredging veal with breadcrumbs in a yellow container

Place breadcrumb mixture in a plate or container large enough that you can dredge the veal on both sides

In a medium size plate, whisk your eggs together and dip the veal in the egg wash on one side, then the other. Then dredge the veal in breadcrumbs and pat the veal down firmly so that it is well coated. Transfer to a dish while you prepare the remaining veal.

frying veal in pan

In a large skillet, heat up some vegetable oil with some garlic. Once the garlic begins to brown discard or place on the baking sheet.

Fry veal on both sides just enough to create a golden brown coating on the bread crumbs. You are not cooking the veal, you just want to crisp up the breadcrumbs.

veal on baking sheet with tomato sauce

Transfer the fried veal to baking sheet and place on top of the tomato sauce. Make sure that the veal do not overlap one another. Repeat until you have cooked and transferred all the veal to the baking sheet.

Cover the veal generously with the remaining tomato sauce. (if the tomato sauce is thick you might want to add about ½ cup of water to it to dilute it.) Cover veal with foil and cook for 30 minutes.

Breaded veal with sauce and mozzarella

Remove from oven and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on veal pieces, return to oven and cook uncovered for 10 minutes.

Remove from oven and serve with vegetables or on a bun with your favorite condiments.

Storage

This veal parmigiana stores really well in airtight containers. Store in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. When you are ready to eat them, heat them up in the microwave or toaster oven. Keep in mind not to toast in the oven for too long as the mozzarella will burn.

You can freeze leftovers as well in an airtight container for up to a month. Thaw out in the refrigerator overnight. Then warm up.

Top tip

Water is needed in this recipe in order to create moisture during the cooking process.  The water helps to cool the meat and help break down the connective tissue making the meat tender. If your sauce is thick, dilute it with about 1 cup of water or more depending on your preference.

Wait to cover your veal with mozzarella until the last 10 minutes of cooking. Otherwise the mozzarella will melt and slide off the veal.

During the last 10 minutes cover your veal with mozzarella and return to the oven uncovered.

Substitutions and Variations

Here are a few ideas on how you can make this dish different or fit a certain diet:

  • Chili Sauce - add red pepper flakes or a chili sauce to spice things up
  • Chicken Cutlets - replace the veal cutlets with chicken cutlets if you prefer chicken
  • Eggplant - make it plant based by using eggplant slices instead of animal meat
  • Dairy free - omit the mozzarella and make it dairy free

If you know how to make this recipe unique or suit your diet - go for it! Let me know what you did and how it turned out by leaving me a comment. I'd love to hear from you.

Equipment

For this recipe you will need baking sheets, a large fry pan, some foil or parchment paper.

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Recipe Details

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Veal Parmigiana for the Perfect Veal Sandwich

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AmyG
There's nothing like a tender piece of veal for the perfect Veal Sandwich every time.
And if you don't like extra carbs, ditch the panini bun and make this veal parmigiana with a side of sauteed rapini or brussel sprouts.
Make this quick and easy tomato sauce for the perfect veal sandwich or buy pre made tomato sauce to reduce preparation time.
If you like veal parm then you need to try my Italian Chicken Cutlets made like my mom used to make for us growing up. Breaded meats were often served as part of our Italian heritage and boy did my mom make them oh so delicious!
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins
Course Main Entrées
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 People
Calories 1071 kcal

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Pots and Pans
  • tongs
  • parchment paper or aluminum foil

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb veal cutlets 6-8 cutlets
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup seasoned Breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth or water
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 8 kaiser rolls or any bun

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Drizzle about ½ cup of the tomato sauce on the parchment paper. Add enough water to come up the edges about 1 cm.
  • Season your veal with salt and pepper.
  • Warm up your tomato sauce and set aside while you prepare the veal.
  • Place bread crumbs in a plate or container large enough that you can dredge the veal on both sides
  • In a medium size plate, whisk your eggs together and dip the veal in the egg wash on one side, then the other. Then dredge the veal in breadcrumbs and pat the veal down firmly so that it is well coated. Do this on both sides. Transfer to a dish while you prepare the remaining veal.
  • In a large frypan, heat up some vegetable oil with some garlic. Once the garlic begins to brown discard or place on the baking sheet.
  • Fry veal on both sides just enough to create brown coating on the bread crumbs. You are not cooking the veal, you just want to crisp up the breadcrumbs.
  • Transfer to baking sheet and place on top of the tomato sauce. Make sure that the veal pieces do not overlap one another. Repeat until you have cooked and transferred all the veal pieces to the baking sheet.
  • Cover the veal generously with the remaining tomato sauce. (if the tomato sauce is thick you might want to add about ½ cup of broth to it to thin it out before you pour it on the veal.) Cover veal with foil and cook for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and sprinkle mozzarella on veal pieces, return to oven and cook uncovered for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and serve with vegetables or on a bun with your favorite condiments.

Notes

Top Tips

Water is needed in this recipe in order to create moisture during the cooking process.  The water helps to cool the meat and help break down the connective tissue making the meat tender. If your sauce is thick, dilute it with about 1 cup of water or more depending on your preference.
Wait to cover your veal with mozzarella until the last 10 minutes of cooking. Otherwise the mozzarella will melt and slide off the veal.
During the last 10 minutes cover your veal with mozzarella and return to the oven uncovered.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 1071kcalCarbohydrates: 89gProtein: 58gFat: 53gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 256mgSodium: 2876mgPotassium: 1093mgFiber: 6gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1145IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 491mgIron: 8mg
Keyword beef fillet, sandwich, tender veal, veal parmigiana
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Food Safety

Note that the storage guidelines provided on this page and site are estimates from personal experiences. We are all adults and as an adult you are responsible to ensure that the food you eat is safe to eat. Since, I'm not a food safety expert, you are responsible to review your local guidelines on food storage prior to storing any food left-overs.

Remember to:

  • Not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
  • Wash hands after touching raw meat
  • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
  • Never leave cooking food unattended
  • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
  • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

For Canadian Guidelines check the Government of Canada Food Safety Guidelines or see more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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