Uruguayan Milanesa Napolitana with Ham, Cheese, and Tomato Sauce
This Uruguayan Milanesa Napolitana features crispy breaded beef topped with ham, cheese, and a rich tomato sauce, ready in 45 minutes.
About This Recipe
Milanesa Napolitana is a comforting dish that combines crispy beef with savory toppings. This version layers ham and cheese for extra flavor.
Why This Recipe Works
Crispy Coating: The three-step breading process ensures a crunchy texture that contrasts with the moist beef.
Flavorful Toppings: Ham and cheese melt together, enhancing the dish's richness with each bite.
Quick Cooking: The broiling step quickly melts the cheese while keeping the beef tender.
Chef's Pro Tip: Fry the cutlets in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan for an evenly crispy texture.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
25 min
Total Time
45 min
Servings
Ingredients
Directions
- 1
Season the beef cutlets with salt and pepper, then flatten them using a meat mallet.
- 2
Dredge each cutlet in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with bread crumbs.
- 3
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the breaded cutlets until golden brown.
- 4
Place fried cutlets on a baking sheet, top each with a slice of ham, cheese, and a spoonful of tomato sauce.
- 5
Broil in the oven for about 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 6
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
30g
carbs
45g
fiber
3g
sodium
800mg
protein
35g
calories
600



