🍖 Braciole with Pepperoni 🍖

 

Braciole with Pepperoni

Braciole is a classic Italian dish, and adding pepperoni gives it a flavorful twist. Here's how to make it!

Ingredients

For the Braciole:

• 1 pound thinly sliced ​​beef (flank or round)
• 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley , chopped
• 4 garlic cloves , minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper : To taste
• 4-6 slices of pepperoni
• Olive oil : For drizzling

For the Sauce:

• 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper : To taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Filling

• In a bowl, mix together breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.

2. Assemble the Braciole

• Lay the beef slices flat on a clean surface. Evenly distribute the breadcrumb mixture over each slice.
• Place slices of pepperoni on top of the breadcrumb mixture.
• Starting from one end, tightly roll up each slice of beef. Secure with kitchen twine or toothpicks.

3. Sear the Braciole

• In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the rolled braciole until browned on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.

4. Prepare the Sauce

• In the same skillet, add marinara sauce, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

5. Cook the Braciole in Sauce

• Return the braciole to the skillet, spooning some sauce over the top.
• Cover and let simmer on low heat for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, turning occasionally until the beef is tender.

6. Serve

• Remove the twine or toothpicks before serving. Slice the braciole into pieces and serve with the marinara sauce over pasta or with crusty bread.

Tips

• Make Ahead : You can prepare the braciole a day in advance and let it marinate in the sauce overnight for extra flavor.
• Variations : Feel free to add other ingredients to the filling, such as chopped olives or different cheeses.

Enjoy your delicious Braciole with Pepperoni!