Veal Southwestern

6 Servings


1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons jalapenos, minced and seeded fresh
1 1/2 cups red bell peppers, cut into strips
1/2 cup diagonally sliced green onions
1 1/2 pounds veal scallops
1/3 cup flour
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
28 ounces tomatoes
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, (optional)
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lime rind

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add jalapeno and bell pepper strips and sauté 4 to 5 minutes. Add green onions and sauté 1 minute more. Transfer vegetables to a plate and set aside Flatten veal to 1/8-inch thickness. Set aside. Combine flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a plastic bag. Add veal and shake to coat all pieces with flour mixture. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of veal pieces and lightly brown on both sides. Repeat process with remaining oil and veal. Transfer to plate containing vegetables. Add tomatoes to skillet, breaking up whole tomatoes with a wooden spoon. Stir in 2 teaspoons chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Simmer 3 to 4 minutes. Add lime rind and vegetables and veal mixture. Heat 3 minutes, or until heated throughout.

Amount Per Serving
Calories 269 Calories from Fat 137
Percent Total Calories From:
Fat 51% Protein 27% Carb. 21%

Nutrient  Amount per  Serving   Value
                                     
Total Fat              15   g     24%
Saturated Fat           4   g     20%
Cholesterol            70   mg    23%
Sodium                214   mg     9%
Total Carbohydrate     14   g      5%
Dietary Fiber           1   g      5%
Sugars                  0   g        
Protein                18   g        

Vitamin A 54% Vitamin C 142% Calcium 0% Iron 10%