Milanesa A La Napolitana
This is the authentic way to prepare milanesa a la napolitana — breaded and fried cutlets are topped with prosciutto, tomato sauce, and mozzarella, then cooked shortly under a broiler.
Equipment
- Citrus zester
- Citrus zester
- Sharp knife
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
- 2 Large Egg
- 1 Cup (110g) breadcrumbs
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 tbsc dried parsley
- Salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
- 8-10 slices of prosciutto
- 1 cup (260g) tomato sauce
- 2 cups(225g) mozzarella, sliced
Instructions
- Step 1/9Beat the cutlets to the desired thickness.
- Step 2/9Whisk the eggs, parsley, salt, and pepper in a large shallow container, pour the breadcrumbs on a large, flat plate.
- Step 3/9First, dip the cutlets into the egg mixture, and then coat them with breadcrumbs.
- Step 4/9Arrange the breaded cutlets on a plate, then place the plate in the refrigerator between several hours to up to overnight.
- Step 5/9Pour a half an inch of oil into the pan, and then heat it over medium-high heat.
- Step 6/9Fry the cutlets in oil, in batches, 5-7 minutes on one side, and then for another five minutes when you flip them, until golden. Transfer the finished cutlets onto paper towels to drain.
- Step 7/9Arrange the cutlets in a baking tray.
- Step 8/9Top each first with prosciutto, one to two slices, then spread them with a 1/4 cup (65g) of tomato sauce, and lastly, top with mozzarella.
- Step 9/9Preheat the broiler, then place the baking tray under it for 5-9 minutes, then serve.
This was super yum and so easy! Thank you so much for sharing this great recipe!
Glad you enjoyed it, Nina!
This was great! Quick and easy and delicious flavors.
Thanks for sharing, Sukie!