Recipe

How to Make: Homemade Braciole

By Ashley Campbell at University of South Florida St. Petersburg

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
Ingredients
  • 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

Ashley Campbell

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)

Step 2

Spread mixture onto each slice of beef. (tip: if Milanesa cut is unavailable, pound slices to 1/8 inch thick)

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)

Step 4

Pan fry braciole in 1/4 cup oil for 4-5 minutes on each side.

Step 5

Add to a sauce to finish cooking for at least 1 hour.

Step 6

Remove the strings before eating and enjoy!

Check out this article for the perfect sauce to go with your homemade braciole.