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#Involtini di Manzo Recipe Guide

Involtini di Manzo

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Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian

Equipment

  • Equipment Needed: Meat mallet, large frying pan, sharp knife, toothpicks or kitchen twine

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • For the Beef Rolls:
  • 8 thin slices of beef top round or sirloin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for browning
  • For the Sauce:
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup beef stock
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Step-by-Step Instructions
  • Preparing the Beef:
  • Tenderize: Lay the beef slices flat and gently pound them with a meat mallet until evenly thin.
  • Season: Sprinkle both sides with salt, pepper, and chopped parsley.
  • Making the Filling:
  • In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, minced garlic, and a tablespoon of parsley. Add a little water to moisten, ensuring the filling sticks together.
  • Assembling the Rolls:
  • Place a spoonful of filling on each beef slice. Roll tightly, tucking the edges inward as you go. Secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
  • Cooking the Involtini:
  • Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Brown the beef rolls on all sides, about 5 minutes total. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, sauté onions and garlic until tender. Deglaze the pan with white wine, allowing it to reduce slightly.
  • Stir in tomato sauce and beef stock. Add the involtini back to the pan.
  • Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, occasionally basting with sauce.
  • Final Touch:
  • Remove toothpicks or twine, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve hot.
  • Variations, Tips, and Substitutions
  • Filling Variations: Swap breadcrumbs with cooked quinoa for a gluten-free option. Add diced sun-dried tomatoes or olives for an extra burst of flavor.
  • Protein Options: Substitute beef with thin chicken breast or pork slices.
  • Dietary Adjustments: For dairy-free, replace Parmesan with nutritional yeast.