Best 3 Pork Braciole Recipes

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Pork braciole is a delicious and savory Italian dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a simple weeknight meal. Made with thinly sliced pork loin or shoulder, braciole is rolled up with a flavorful stuffing of bread crumbs, herbs, and spices, then browned and simmered in a rich tomato sauce. The result is a tender and juicy pork dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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PORK BRACIOLE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup olive oil
Two 1 1/2-pound pork tenderloins, butterflied and lightly pounded
6 slices provolone cheese
1/2 cup dry white wine
One 25-ounce jar marinara sauce

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon salt, red pepper flakes and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Lay the tenderloins open and flat on a board in front of you. Season each loin evenly all over with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Lay 3 slices of provolone on each loin. Divide the breadcrumb mixture over the provolone. Roll the loins back up into their original shape and tie in 4 spots with kitchen twine.
  • Heat a medium straight-sided skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil to the skillet. Sear the pork tenderloins until evenly golden brown all the way around, about 3 minutes per side. Remove to a plate to rest. Deglaze the skillet with the white wine and add the marinara sauce. Nestle the pork back in the sauce. Cover the skillet and simmer until the pork is just cooked through and registers 145 degrees F on an instead-read thermometer, about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to rest uncovered for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with the sauce.

FRANKIES SPUNTINO PORK BRACIOLE



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Frank Castronovo and Frank Falcinelli, who own the Frankies Spuntino restaurants in New York, prefer to keep it mellow. "I cooked on the line for 18 years," Mr. Falcinelli told The Times. Mr. Castronovo, equally low-key, said, "We like to take the easy approach." That means many of their dishes, like vegetable antipasti, grilled meats and wine-stewed prunes, are cooked well ahead and assembled to order or served at room temperature. In this version of braciola, the meat rolls are covered with canned tomatoes that become sauce as the meat cooks. "My grandfather calls it gravy," Mr. Falcinelli said. "For the Sunday sauce, you do spareribs, sausage, meatballs, braciola." The Franks' version is lighter, meant to be eaten with salad and bread, not steaming pasta. Leftovers are good for sandwiches the following day.

Provided by Dana Bowen

Categories     dinner, project, main course

Time 4h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds pork braciola cutlets (sliced from the shoulder and pounded into six 6-by-8-inch pieces about 1/4 inch thick)
Salt and white pepper to taste
2 tablespoons minced garlic, plus 8 to 10 large whole cloves
2/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (more for serving)
1 cup grated aged provolone
2 28-ounce cans whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes, plus an extra can in case more sauce is needed
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup grape seed oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line cutlets up on a clean work surface with the shorter sides on top and bottom (seam side up, if made from a butterflied cut). Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with minced garlic, parsley and cheeses. Roll a cutlet into a tight log. Stretch butcher's twine along the length of the roll; wrap string tightly around one end and continue wrapping to the other end, each turn an inch from the previous one; tie loose ends. Repeat with remaining braciola.
  • Empty two cans of tomatoes into a mixing bowl. Use your fingers to break tomatoes apart, and discard firm cores and tops. Pour half the sauce into a deep-sided roasting pan. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place a large skillet over medium-high heat, and add oils. When oils are hot but not smoking add braciola and sear, rotating every minute or so, until browned all over. Reduce heat to medium, add whole garlic cloves and sauté 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer braciola to roasting pan, allowing garlic to continue cooking until golden. Add a cup of remaining sauce to skillet, and scrape browned bits from bottom; shut off heat, and pour over braciola. Add remaining sauce to braciola, completely covering braciola. (If there isn't enough sauce, use another can of tomatoes.) Cover tightly with foil, and bake until tender, from 1 to 3 hours. Check frequently for doneness.
  • Snip twine off braciola. Arrange, whole or sliced, on a platter, drizzle with some sauce and transfer remaining sauce to a serving bowl. Serve hot or at room temperature. Garnish with Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 825, UnsaturatedFat 35 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 58 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 60 grams, SaturatedFat 19 grams, Sodium 1393 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

PORK BRACIOLE



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This recipe by by Mario Batali is fantastic and not that difficult. You will need kitchen string and a meat mallot. Adopted recipe 08/06

Provided by katie in the UP

Categories     Pork

Time 4h

Yield 4 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 (6 ounce) pork shoulder, pounded very thinly to yield 6 by 8 inch long slices
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
5 tablespoons grated pecorino cheese
5 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Season each piece of pork on one side with salt and pepper.
  • In a small bowl, combine the orange zest, pecorino, and parsley.
  • Spoon 2 tablespoons of mixture onto center of seasoned side of each pork piece.
  • Starting at one end, carefully roll the pork to form a very thick'cigar'.
  • Wind a long piece of string around the roll many times and secure with a knot.
  • Repeat with remaining pieces Bake for about 4 hours in a 300 degree oven finish in sauce for about a 30 min Serve in a good Italian sauce or Meat Ragu.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of pork: Pork shoulder is the best cut for braciole because it is well-marbled and has a lot of flavor. You can also use pork loin, but it will be less flavorful.
  • Pound the pork thin: This will help the pork cook evenly and will also make it easier to roll up.
  • Use a flavorful filling: The filling is what really makes braciole special. You can use a variety of ingredients, such as bread crumbs, cheese, herbs, and vegetables.
  • Roll the pork tightly: This will help keep the filling inside the braciole while it cooks.
  • Brown the braciole before simmering: This will help to seal in the flavor and give the braciole a nice color.
  • Simmer the braciole in a flavorful sauce: The sauce will help to tenderize the pork and add even more flavor.
  • Serve the braciole with your favorite sides: Braciole is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides, such as pasta, rice, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Pork braciole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With a little planning and preparation, you can create a braciole that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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