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Best Beef Milanesa

This Best Beef Milanesa is a crispy, golden delight! Perfectly tender beef coated in breadcrumbs, this dish is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Latin American

Ingredients
  

  • 1.3 lbs whole eye fillet cut into thin slices
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
  • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup oil for frying light oil

Equipment

  • Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • Three shallow bowls
  • Frying pan
  • Spatula
  • Plate with paper towels

Method
 

  1. Start by cutting the eye fillet into thin slices, about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Place each slice of beef between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound with a meat mallet until flattened.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sprinkle this seasoning mix evenly over both sides of the beef slices.
  4. Set up your dredging station with three shallow bowls: one for the flour, one for the beaten eggs, and one for the breadcrumbs mixed with chopped parsley.
  5. First, dip each slice of beef into the flour, shaking off the excess. Next, coat it in the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, press it into the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
  6. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded beef slices in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
  7. Once cooked, transfer the milanesa to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Repeat the frying process with the remaining slices.
  8. Your Best Beef Milanesa is ready to be served! Pair it with a fresh salad or some roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Notes

  • You can bread the beef slices and store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before frying.
  • Cooked milanesa can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
  • To reheat, pop them in the oven at 375°F until heated through.