Milanesa

Ingredients

• 4 thin cutlets beef top roundSubstitute: chicken breast
• 3 whole eggs
• 200 g breadcrumbsSubstitute: panko
• 2 cloves garlic
• 3 tbsp fresh parsley
• 2 whole lemon
• 200 ml vegetable oil
• 100 g flour

Instructions

1. 1

   Pound each cutlet between plastic wrap until uniformly thin, about 5mm thick.

2. 2

   Beat eggs with minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.

3. 3

   Set up breading station: flour, egg mixture, breadcrumbs.

4. 4

   Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip in egg mixture, then press firmly into breadcrumbs on both sides.

5. 5

   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

6. 6

   Fry each milanesa 3 minutes per side until deep golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

7. 7

   Squeeze lemon juice over the top and serve with mashed potatoes and a simple salad. For milanesa napolitana, top with tomato sauce, ham, and melted mozzarella.