Interested in learning how to make authentic Italian Braciole? Watch the cooking video below, or scroll down for the written recipe.
Braciole
- Prep Time:30 mins
- Cook Time:1 hr
- Total Time:1 hr 30 mins
- Servings:4
- Medium
- 1/2 CUP ITALIAN BREADCRUMBS
- 1/2 CUP PARMESAN CHEESE
- 1 1/2 TEASPOONS DRY PARSLEY
- 1 TABLESPOON OLIVE OIL
- 1 1/2 LBS BEEF TOP ROUND THIN CUT FOR MILANESA
- SALT AND PEPPER TO TASTE
- BUTCHER TWINE
- 1/4 CUP OLIVE OIL FOR FRYING
Ingredients
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Step 1
Combine the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, dry parsley, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil and stir well. (tip: if using fresh parsley, use about 1/4 a cup)
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Step 2
Spread mixture onto each slice of beef. (tip: if Milanesa cut is unavailable, pound slices to 1/8 inch thick)
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Step 3
After spreading the mixture, roll up the meat and secure with two pieces of butcher twine on each end. (tip: toothpicks will work in a pinch, but may break during cooking and end up lost in the sauce)
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Step 4
Pan fry braciole in 1/4 cup oil for 4-5 minutes on each side.
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Step 5
Add to a sauce to finish cooking for at least 1 hour.
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Step 6
Remove the strings before eating and enjoy!
Check out this article for the perfect sauce to go with your homemade braciole.