Beef Braciole Recipe
Beef Braciole is a classic Italian dish featuring thinly sliced beef rolls filled with a savory mixture, simmered in a rich tomato sauce until tender and flavorful.
- Author: reem
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
For the Beef Rolls:
- 6 pieces flank steak or sirloin 1/4-inch thick
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (fresh or panko)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced for filling
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup olive oil, for browning
For the Sauce:
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes (San Marzano preferred)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced for sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, for sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, for sautéing
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, optional garnish
- Season the Beef: Season the beef slices generously with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Fill and Roll: Place about 2 tablespoons of filling on each beef slice, roll tightly, and secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
- Brown the Rolls: Brown the rolls in 1/4 cup olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, about 6-8 minutes.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic in 1 tablespoon olive oil until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Simmer the Braciole: Return beef rolls to the sauce, cover, and simmer on low heat for 2 hours, turning occasionally.
- Serve: Serve over pasta, polenta, or with crusty bread.
Notes
- The beef can be substituted with chicken cutlets for a lighter version.
- This dish improves in flavor when made ahead and is great for meal prep.
- Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently.
- If the sauce is too thin, simmer uncovered to reduce to the desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beef roll with sauce
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Beef Braciole, Italian Beef Rolls, Tomato Sauce, Stovetop Cooking