Dietary veal

Cookinero 30 Aug 2025

The basis of PP and diet is the consumption of sufficient protein. Meat should be lean. Therefore, it is better to replace pork with dietary veal. To make it juicy and tender, choose light red meat of a young calf for cooking. It should be fresh, smell pleasantly of fresh milk and quickly regain its shape after pressing with a finger.

How to cook Dietary veal

Step 1

Dietary veal

Prepare the meat. Cut the meat into random pieces of 2-3 cm. Put in a bowl. Add half of the garlic and salt. Stir. Cover with a lid. Put in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Step 2

Dietary veal

Prepare the veal. Fry the veal in a dry frying pan on both sides until a crust forms, 2-3 minutes. Place the meat in a baking dish. Add the carrots, bay leaf, remaining garlic and ground pepper. Stir. Pour in water until it just reaches the top of the meat. Cover with foil. Place in the oven, preheated to 150 degrees, for 1 hour.

Dietary veal - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can substitute veal with chicken thighs or beef stew meat, but adjust cooking times as needed for the meat you choose.
For a vegetarian version, replace the veal with firm tofu or mushrooms and use vegetable broth instead of water.
Yes, you can marinate the meat ahead and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours before cooking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
Yes, this dish freezes well. Cool completely, then store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
Mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a light salad complement this dish nicely for a balanced meal.
Double the ingredients and use a larger baking dish, ensuring the meat is still covered with water and foil for even cooking.
Marinating enhances flavor, but if short on time, you can skip it—just season the meat well before cooking.
Yes, cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the meat is tender, following the same prep steps.

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