Breaded Beef With Tomato And Cheese (milanesa A La Napolitana)

Breaded Beef with Tomato and Cheese, known as Milanesa a la Napolitana, is a popular dish in Montevideo cuisine. It features a breaded beef cutlet topped with tomato sauce and melted cheese, creating a delicious and comforting meal.

Breaded Beef With Tomato And Cheese (milanesa A La Napolitana)

Ingredients

  • 4 beef cutlets
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the beef cutlets with salt and pepper.
  2. Coat each cutlet in flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
  3. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the breaded cutlets until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Place the fried cutlets on a baking sheet, top each with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
  6. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Serve the Milanesa a la Napolitana hot, accompanied by a side salad or mashed potatoes.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
35g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
25g

Supplies

Baking sheet Frying pan

Tools

Knife Cutting board Bowl Whisk

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestion: Accompany with a side of mashed potatoes and a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

Tip: For a crispier crust, refrigerate the breaded cutlets for 30 minutes before frying.

Cost

$15