Gremolata Grilled Veal Chops
Total preparation and cooking time: 30 minutes
4 well-trimmed veal rib of loin chops, cut 1 inch thick (approx. 8 ounces each) 2 medium red bell peppers, each cut lengthwise in half 2 teaspoons olive oil Salt and pepper
Gremolata: 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon peel 1 clove garlic, crushed
1. In small bowl, combine gremolata ingredients; mix well.
2. Brush bell peppers with oil. Reserve 1 tablespoon gremolata; press remaining into both sides of veal chops and peppers. Place chops and peppers on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, uncovered, 12 to 14 minutes or until veal is medium doneness and peppers are tender, turning occasionally.
3. Sprinkle reserved gremolata over chops; season with salt and pepper, as desired. Cut each pepper half into three pieces; serve with chops.
Makes 4 servings (serving size: 1/4 of recipe).
Cook's Tip: To broil, place chops and peppers on rack in broiler pan so surface of meat is 4 inches from heat. Broil 14 to 16 minutes or until veal is medium doneness and peppers are tender, turning once.