Is it possible to get veal that is not incredibly fatty?

I have not had such good success with veal. I prefer leaner meats, and every time I get a cut of veal, it is extremely fatty. Is there a way to get leaner veal? Are there specific cuts I should ask for? If so, where are some places I should look to get better cuts?

Best Answer

The nature of veal, being a milk fed calf, means that the meat is going to be extremely fatty. It is the nature of the meat and not a function of poor butchering. If you don't like the flavor I would suggest that almost anything that calls for veal can be made with pork chops or other lean cuts of pork, although you might see a rise in the toughness of the dish as a result.

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Should veal be fatty?

Summary. Beef is higher in calories, protein, and fats; however, veal has a more favorable protein and fat quality.

What are the different cuts of veal?

There are seven basic major cuts into which veal is separated: leg (round), sirloin, loin, rib, shoulder, fore shank and breast. When examining a package of veal, the label can help you identify the meat in the package. This information can help when selecting what type of preparation method to use.

What is considered a fatty meat?

Fatty Cuts of MeatFilet mignon, also known as Chateaubriand or tenderloin, T-bone, New York Strip, porterhouse, flap or skirt steak and rib-eye steaks all contain the highest amounts of fat. If you cannot live without these, then limit yourself to no more than one 3- to 4-ounce portion per week.

What is bob veal?

"Bob" veal calves are newborns, some with umbilical cords still hanging from their abdomens, up to three weeks of age. About 15% of veal calves are marketed as Bob Veal. 1 Meat from these calves goes into hot dogs and prepared sandwich meats. "Milk fed" veal calves are often anemic.

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