Milanesa de Res is a thin cut of beef that has been breaded and pan fried. The end result is something crispy on the outside and tender and delicious on the inside.
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Not into beef? Try Milanesa de Pollo instead.
I like to serve this with french fries and salsa. Always a big, big hit at my house.
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INGREDIENTS
- Beef steaks
- Oil
- Bread crumbs
- Eggs
- Pepper
- Salt
Optional Seasonings
Garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, ground oregano, ground paprika, cayenne. You can add a combination of these or all of them.
Instructions
- Use a thin cut of beef, like top round or bottom round.
- If you can’t find this cut of beef, you can pound the meat to make it thinner.
- Season the beef with salt and pepper.
- Set aside.
Be sure not to get a cut of meat that’s not too fatty. Lean and thin for the win. That’s what you’re looking for.
What cut is Milanesa steak?
- A Milanesa is any thin slice of beef. It can also be chicken, veal, pork, eggplants, tempeh, or soy.
- If you’re lucky, your neighborhood grocery store will have packaged Milanesa steak ready to go! It might also be called “Milanesa de Carne.”
- Add two eggs to a deep plate.
- Add some salt to the eggs.
- Whip with a fork.
2 eggs are enough for 4 slices of Milanesa Steaks.
What does Milanesa mean in cooking? It means a thin cut of meat that is coated and cooked in oil.
- Add breadcrumbs to a deep dish.
- Be sure to season the breadcrumbs with salt.
You can make your own breadcrumbs, using old bolillo. Just toast the bread and pulse in a food processor.
Or, buy a container of breadcrumbs at the store. It is a great time saver.
Pro Tip
Set up a working station for the breading process. This will make things go faster.
- Dip into the egg and hold it over the bowl to allow the excess to drip off.
You can use a fork or your hand to bread the meat. The trick to breading is to use one hand.
This will give you one clean hand that’s free, just in case you need to scratch your eye or someone knocks on the door.
- Place it to the breadcrumbs pressing to coat and shake off any excess, turn it over, and, lastly, do the same on the other side.
- Cover both sides of the meat.
Place your breaded meat slices on a plate while you’re waiting for the oil to get hot.
Even though these might look small, one steak per person is more than enough.
- Get your oil nice and hot over medium heat.
- Fry time! Add one steak to a large skillet and fry it for 3-4 minutes.
You can either fry or bake the meat. Traditionally, it is fried in oil like canola oil or vegetable oil. Or use any oil with a high smoke point.
Baking
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Flip and cook for 5 more minutes.
- Flip the steak, and cook for 3-4 minutes.
To make it “flipping” good, flip your meat and fry the other side. Both sides should be golden brown.
Open up the windows and doors. You don’t want the smoke to set off the alarm. Unless you want to see some hunky firemen…. iHola Bomberos!
- Place on a paper towel.
- Drain any excess oil.
Don’t skip this step. Too much oil can spoil a good thing. From here, save a slice to make a torta de milanesa.
Storing Instructions
Place any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in microwave for 2-3 minutes. Or on a skillet, reheat a few minutes on each side. Warning, getting that crispy texture might be difficult when reheating.
Wiener Schnitzel vs. Milanesa de Res
Germany vs. Mexico – Mexican World Cup soccer fans are still basking in that victory!
In Germany, to make wiener schnitzel, they use veal and pound out the meat, so it’s good to eat. In Mexico, we use either chicken, pork, or beef.
Optional Sides
- Arroz Mexicano (Mexican rice)
- Ensalada de Nopales
- Refried beans
- Corn tortillas
In Mexico and most Latin American countries, Milanesa de Res is made with a thin cut of beef. Almost always, you’ll see it served with fries or a salad.
Add your favorite Mexican salsa, and you’ve got a delicious and easy recipe.
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Milanesa de Res
Ingredients
- 4 steaks thin cut (either bottom or top round)
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup oil
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tspn pepper
Instructions
- Salt and pepper the steaks. Set aside until ready to use.
- Lay out three plates.
- In one plate, add 2 eggs and ½ teaspoon salt.Beat the eggs.
- In another plate, add the breadcrumbs. Leave the third plate alone. It is to add the breaded meat.
- Take one of the steaks and dip it in the eggs.
- Next, add the steak to breadcrumbs. Cover the steak well on both sides.
- Place the breaded meat on the third plate.
- Repeat with each steak until done.
- Heat oil in a large frying pan.
- Add one steak to the pan.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Flip the steak, and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Both sides should be golden brown.
- Remove and place on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.
- Repeat to cook the remaining steaks.Serve with fries and enjoy.
Video
Notes
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Flip and cook for 5 more minutes.
This looks so good! I love everything that involves beef!
Thank you! Hope you try it.
I prefer thin cut meats over most cuts. It’s so much easier to eat. This looks amazing and I can’t wait to enjoy it this weekend after I go shopping.
So glad you enjoyed this Alison!
Looks so scrumptious..! I think it will also be perfect for breakfast.
It is scrumptious! Hope you try it
I love fast and easy recipes like this. This looks like a delicious meal!
Easy and delicious!
My son is a huge fan of beef. Looking forward to making this recipe for him.
So then this recipe is perfect for him!
This look fantastic. I love beef and avocado and never thought to put them in a a meal together. Thanks for the recipe and sharing!
So glad you enjoyed this! Hope you try it
I’ve never heard of this before, but it looks amazing. I can’t wait to try it out!
Hope you try it! This recipe is the best
I will have to show this to my husband. He loves steak and easy meals
I think he will love it! Hope you try it
this is so tasty girl! I tried it once when I was in Argentina!
Nice. I would love to go to Argentina. Take me with you next time. 😉
Looks tasty and we’re definitely going to try this at home x
Awesome! Milanesa de Res is one of those super easy recipes that we absolutely love in my family.
This post got me craving so much. I love lean meat, can’t wait to try this.
Hope you try this recipe! It’s amazing
That looks like a very easy to make dinner. I like the video you included.
Right! I love easy recipes like this Milanesa de Res. Get food on the table FAST!
I have never heard of Milanesa de Res but your recipe looks tasty and is easy to follow. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you. Milanesa de Res is very traditional for us in Mexico, but it has roots in Milan, Italy. Hence the name.
This looks so good, and you have some great tips! Investing in good pans and knives has been the best thing I’ve done. My food comes out so much better.
I couldn’t agree more. Good pans and knives are a must for any home cook. Thank you for sharing!
That looks really good! It’s been a while since we had steak so might as well try this at home!
Hope you try it! It’s delicious
This looks so delicious! I’ve not heard of this Milanese before, just the one we have in Italy! Will be trying this!
We were just in Italy a few months ago. A friend of ours who lives in Milan told me that Milanesa de Res is a traditional for them. Makes sense with the name and all.
I love to have my chicken like this. I do this very often. This looks delicious.
I have a chicken milanesa coming out soon. Very similar to the Milanesa de Res. You can even do it with pork.
That looks absolutely delicious, will have to give it a try
That’s awesome. Hope you enjoy the Milanesa de Res.
Just the name sounds beautiful! And it looks incredible. I would just love to try this soon!
Milanesa de Res… yes, it has a good ring to it. lol. I love this recipe. So simple and so quick.
As I’m reading this post it makes me reflect on the meals I don’t make for my kids and how if I prepare ahead and have a plan, I could be the mom that cooks a great meal every night. Thank you for inspiring me more than you probably planned on doing.
Cooking for my family is all about meal planning and planning in advance. This Milanesa de Res is super easy and quick too.
I really love the video, you make it look so easy and I’ve definitely got to try this.
Thank you. Milanesa de Res is super easy to make. Hope you give it a try!
This looks pretty yummy. I haven’t fried much meat but it’s a definitely comfort food. My husband even bought a deep fryer, so it would be good to use it more often.
You should try this recipe for Milanesa de Res then. Put the deep fryer to work. lol.