Grilled Veal Rolls with Mozzarella and Prosciutto

"Involtini allo Spiedo"

Serving suggestion:  Grilled Artichokes

 

Prep and cook time:

 45 min prep, 20 min cook
 

Makes:

 4 servings

Ingredients:

 

1 lb

 boneless veal shoulder or loin, cut into 10-12 slices
  10-12 slices prosciutto
  ¼ pepper, freshly ground
  ¼ lb pancetta, cut into 6 thick slices, and cut in half
  4 10-inch wooden skewers
    olive oil, for basting

Directions:

  1. Prepare a medium-hot charcoal fire or preheat a gas grill for 15 minutes on medium-high. 

  2. Place each veal slice between 2 pieces of wax paper and flatten with a mallet or the side of a heavy cleaver until it is 1/16 inch think and at least 5 x 3 inches.  Cover each slice of veal with a slice of prosciutto and a piece of mozzarella.  Pepper to taste. 

  3. Roll up, press closed with your hands, and secure the ends with a toothpick so the cheese will not ooze our during the grilling

  4. Double skewer all the ingredients: hold 2 skewers parallel to each other about ½ inch apart between your thumb and forefinger.  Put 5 to 6 roll-ups interspersed with pieces of pancetta on each set of double skewers. 

  5. Place the skewers on the grill and cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown, about 20 minutes.  Baste frequently with olive oil.