Diavola Veal Chops with Chili Apple Cider Glaze
Servings
2
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
These Diavola Veal Chops bring bold, spicy flavour with a cozy, autumn twist. We’ve taken that classic Diavola concept and paired it with a sweet and spicy Calabrian chili–apple cider glaze, roasted peaches and grapes, and charred radicchio and endive for a complete, show-stopping meal.
Tender, juicy veal meets sweet, smoky fruit and vibrant veggies, making this an elegant yet surprisingly easy dinner for two. Perfect for a date night or special weekend treat.
Ingredients
- 2 bone-in veal rib chops, 1 ½ inches thick
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil + extra for the pan
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 sprig rosemary, chopped
- Zest of ½ lemon
- 2 teaspoons Calabrian chili paste (plus more to taste)
- Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
- ½ cup fresh apple cider
- 1 ½ teaspoons Calabrian chili paste (finely chopped if chunky)
- 2 teaspoons honey or hot honey
- ½ teaspoon aged balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon pomegranate molasses
- 2 ripe peaches, cut into thin wedges
- 1-2 cups red and golden seedless grapes
- 5 teaspoons olive oil, divided, plus extra for the pan
- 1-2 sprigs of thyme
- 1 small head radicchio, quartered
- 1 small endive, quartered lengthwise
- 1 ½ teaspoon cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 2 tablespoons micro arugula, optional
- ½ -1 small red chili, thinly sliced. (Or more as per your heat tolerance)
- Basil herb oil (2 tbsp fresh basil leaves blended with 2 tsp olive oil, strain and use the oil)
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Directions
Marinate the Veal
Mix olive oil, garlic, rosemary, lemon zest, and Calabrian chili paste.
- Rub onto veal chops and season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and refrigerate for 1–2 hours.
Make the Glaze
In a small saucepan, combine apple cider, Calabrian chili paste, honey, balsamic, and optional pomegranate molasses.
- Simmer until reduced by half and syrupy. Set aside.
Roast the Grapes
Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Toss grapes with olive oil and thyme in a roasting pan or large au gratin.
- Roast for 10 minutes.
Sear the Veal
Heat a griddle or large skillet over high heat. Lightly oil with avocado or olive oil.
- Lightly pat any excess moisture from the chops with paper towels, if needed.
- Sear veal chops 2–3 minutes per side, including the fat cap, until golden brown.
Finish in the Oven
Toss peach wedges with olive oil and thyme and place in the roasting pan with the grapes. Then nestle the veal chops in and brush with glaze.
- Place the roasting pan back in the oven and roast until the chops reach an internal temperature of 135°F for medium-rare, about 10 minutes depending on thickness. See Veal Cooking Temperature Guide.
- Tip: Using a food thermometer is the most reliable method to check doneness. Remember to insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the meat, avoiding bone, for an accurate reading.
- Brush with more glaze halfway through.
Char the Radicchio & Endive
Heat the griddle over medium-high heat and drizzle with olive oil.
- Toss the radicchio and endive with olive oil and sear for 1–2 minutes per side until lightly charred.
- Toss with cider vinegar and honey, season with salt and pepper.
Plate & Garnish
Arrange veal chops with roasted fruit, radicchio, and endive. Top with micro arugula and chili slices. Drizzle basil herb oil around the dish or serve on the side. Served sliced or whole.
- Pair with creamy mashed potatoes, bomba potatoes or polenta if you'd like to add a starch.
