Mollejas

Savor the rich, tender flavors of Mollejas, a classic dish featuring veal sweetbreads sautéed to perfection with olive oil and a hint of lemon. Ideal for a special occasion or an elegant dinner party.

• 500 grams veal sweetbreads
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 lemon lemon

Method

1. 1

   Start by soaking the veal sweetbreads in cold water for at least 2 hours, changing the water a couple of times. This helps to remove impurities.

2. 2

   After soaking, remove the sweetbreads and pat them dry with paper towels. Trim any excess fat or membranes.

3. 3

   Season the sweetbreads generously with salt and black pepper.

4. 4

   Heat the olive oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the sweetbreads and grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

5. 5

   Once cooked, remove the sweetbreads from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.

6. 6

   Slice the sweetbreads and serve them with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.