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How to make Beef Braciole

Beef braciole is a beautiful, shining example of fusion cuisine. With braised beef smothered in a tomato sauce, you'll adore the magical way its savory, tangy flavors come together and unravel on the taste buds.
  • cook TIME 1 hr 15 mins
  • prep TIME 5 mins
  • total TIME 1 hr 20 mins
Course: Main dishCuisine: American, Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 495 kcal
Author: Luna Regina

Ingredients (15)

  • 18 oz tenderloin steak
  • 1 1/2 cups homemade tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp parsley chopped
  • 0.5 oz basil chopped
  • 1 fl oz red wine
  • 1.5 oz parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1 tsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 4 tbsp olive oil divided into 1 tbsp, 1 tbsp and 2 tbsp
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt

INSTRUCTIONS

1

Butterfly the beef: Using a sharp knife, slice almost all the way into 18 oz tenderloin steak, but stop nearly towards the end to create two halves.

2

Tenderize the beef: Cover the sliced beef in a thin plastic wrap, then use a sturdy kitchen utensil, and repeatedly pound to flatten it.

3

Season the beef: Add 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp pepper, and 1/2 tsp salt to the tenderized beef and rub to evenly coat.

4

Make the filling: In a large bowl, mix 1 tbsp olive oil, 1.5 oz parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp parsley, 0.5 oz basil, and 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs together.

5

Make the beef rolls: Lay the beef pieces flat on a chopping board, scoop the filling into the center.

6

Then roll it tightly and secure with toothpicks.

7

Sear the beef: In a pan over medium heat, add 2 tbsp olive oil and wait for it to heat up. Then, add the beef rolls and sear on all sides for around 6 - 8 minutes or until they turn brown. Try not to overcrowd the pan.

8

Add other ingredients: Add 1 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp garlic, and 1 tsp all-purpose flour and stir around for a minute or two.

9

Add the red wine: Add 1 fl oz red wine to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes until the liquid reduces by half.

10

Add the tomato sauce: Add 1 1/2 cups homemade tomato sauce and 1/4 cup water, stir to coat the beef rolls in it, and let everything simmer for 45 minutes to an hour.

11

Garnish and serve: Once the meat has become tender and the sauce has thickened, take the pan off the heat and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 495kcal | Fat 31.3g | Saturated Fat 7.1g | Trans Fat 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat 3g | Monounsaturated Fat 18.8g | Cholesterol 86.8mg | Sodium 556.7mg | Potassium 446.1mg | Carbohydrate 18.6g | Fiber 3.8g | Sugar 6.9g | Protein 35.5g | Vitamin A 762.2IU | Vitamin C 7.1mg | Calcium 167.4mg | Iron 4mg