Braciole di Manzo

Braciole di Manzo is a classic Italian dish featuring rolled beef filled with a savory mixture of herbs and cheese, perfect for a keto-friendly meal. This dish is rich in flavor and textures, making it a satisfying dinner option for those following a low-carb lifestyle.

Braciole di Manzo
45 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Italian
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Beef flank steak - 300g, thinly sliced
  • Mozzarella cheese - 100g, shredded
  • Parmesan cheese - 50g, grated
  • Fresh basil - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Tomato sauce (sugar-free) - 200g
  • Red wine (optional) - 50ml
  • Toothpicks or kitchen twine - for securing the rolls

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Lay the thinly sliced beef flank steak flat on a clean surface and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  3. In a bowl, mix the shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, chopped basil, and minced garlic together to create the filling.
  4. Place a generous amount of the cheese and herb mixture on one end of each beef slice and roll it tightly. Secure the rolls with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
  5. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sear the beef rolls on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat and pour the sugar-free tomato sauce and red wine (if using) over the beef rolls, ensuring they're well covered.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the beef is cooked through and tender.
  8. Once done, remove the toothpicks or twine, slice the rolls, and serve warm with extra sauce drizzled on top.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 45 g
  • Carbs: 6 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg
  • Total Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

Tags

ItalianKetoDinner