Vitello Tonnato (Veal with Tuna-Caper Sauce) | Saveur

Vitello Tonnato (Veal with Tuna-Caper Sauce) | Saveur

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Many Piedmontese families serve this cold antipasto, a classic combination of tender veal and a creamy sauce, on Christmas.

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Ingredients

  • 1 <sup>1</sup>⁄<sub>2</sub> tsp. kosher salt, plus more
  • 12 whole peppercorns
  • 6 whole cloves
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 2 fresh sage leaves
  • 2 carrots, halved crosswise
  • 1 large yellow onion, halved
  • 1 rib celery, halved crosswise
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 (2 1/2-lb.) piece veal top round, tied with kitchen twine
  • 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 <sup>1</sup>⁄<sub>2</sub> cups extra-virgin olive oil
  • 7 oz. canned tuna, minced
  • 3 tbsp. capers, minced, plus more
  • 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 5 anchovy filets, minced
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
  • Flat-leaf parsley, for garnish

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