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Braciola

Cultural Context

Braciola, originating from Southern Italy, particularly in regions like Puglia and Campania, is a beloved dish that reflects rustic Italian cooking traditions. Traditionally made with thin slices of beef rolled with a savory filling, it embodies the Italian philosophy of transforming simple ingredients into a hearty meal. Today, variations can be found across the globe, often adapted to local tastes and available ingredients.

ItalianITmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb thin beef slices
3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup parsley
1/2 cup cheese
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup nuts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup red wine
1 cup tomato sauce
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 bay leaves
1 onion
1 carrot
1 celery
1 teaspoon lemon zest

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

beef

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner while pork is often less expensive.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories, while cream cheese is often more affordable.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white wine

Grape juice provides flavor without alcohol, while white wine can be less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

1

Pound the beef slices between two pieces of parchment paper until thin.

2

Sprinkle torn fresh bread over the beef, avoiding the edges.

3

Add raisins and pine nuts to the beef.

4

Chop garlic and add it to the beef mixture.

5

Add salt and pepper to the mixture.

6

Add pecorino cheese, either grated or thinly sliced, to the mixture.

7

Roll the beef tightly and secure with kitchen twine.

8

In a terracotta pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

9

Sauté chopped onion, carrot, and celery until slightly tender, about 2-3 minutes.

10

Brown the beef rolls in the pot.

11

Add white wine to the pot and let it evaporate completely, about 20-25 minutes.

12

Add yellow cherry tomatoes to the pot.

Cooking Techniques

poundingmixingsautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

skilletmixing bowlkitchen twinecutting boardknife

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Braciola di ManzoBraciola alla Pugliese
Local Name: Braciola

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