Vitela assada

Ingredientes

• 800 gr (1.8 lb) boneless veal
• 100 gr ham slices (4-5 slices)
• 3 large eggs
• 150 gr fresh spinach (about 5 cups, not packed.)
• 1 small carrot (finely chopped)
• 1 small onion (finely chopped)
• 1 celery stick (finely chopped)
• 50 gr (1/3 cup) olive oil, EVOO
• 500 ml (2 1/3 cup) meat stock
• 150 ml (2/3 cup) white wine
• A bunch of fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, parsley)
• Salt and pepper

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   Add the fresh herbs in a bowl along with the eggs, season with salt and pepper then whisk for one minute.

2. 2

   Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large non-stick frying pan over low heat, add the eggs and cover, cook for about 3-4 minutes then flip over and cook for another 3 minutes.

3. 3

   Place the frittata on a plate and set aside.

4. 4

   Cook the spinach on water with a pinch of salt. Drain them and squeeze them very well until no liquid comes from. Roughly chop the spinach and set aside.

5. 5

   Rinse the meat thoroughly, pat dry it perfectly. Place it on a countertop and season with salt and pepper.

6. 6

   Place the frittata over the meat, then the ham slices and finally the spinach, distributing everything very well.

7. 7

   Roll up the meat and tie perfectly with kitchen twine. Place some sprigs of rosemary between the threads to add an extra flavor.

8. 8

   Heat the remaining oil in a large saucepan and lightly fry the meat for about 15 minutes turning it from time to time to brown all sides.

9. 9

   Add the chopped vegetables and sauté until tender (about 5 minutes).

10. 10

    Pour the wine and mix, let the alcohol evaporate completely.

11. 11

    Add the meat stock and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to a minimum and cook for 2 hours, occasionally bathing the meat with the juice. Turn the roll over halfway through the cooking time so it cooks evenly.

12. 12

    Once cooked, put the roll on a plate, cover with foil and let it cool completely.

13. 13

    Before serving, cut it into slices and warm it briefly in the microwave. Serve with the cooking sauce.