Beef Braciole
Beef Braciole is a classic Italian dish, particularly popular in Southern Italy, featuring thin slices of beef rolled around a savory filling of cheese, herbs, and sometimes cured meats or breadcrumbs. The rolls are typically browned and then slowly braised in a rich tomato sauce until tender, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. It's a beloved Sunday family meal or holiday centerpiece.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the beef and fat from the cheese and braising process, with minimal carbohydrates unless served with pasta or polenta. It provides iron, zinc, and B vitamins from the meat, along with calcium from the cheese, with a typical serving ranging from 400 to 600 calories depending on portion size and sauce richness.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Zinc | 6 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
Per 1 piece (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Braciole is a symbol of Italian-American comfort food, often adapted with local ingredients like provolone and pine nuts, reflecting the diaspora's culinary creativity. Nutritionally, the slow-braising method helps break down tough connective tissues in the beef, making it more digestible and enhancing nutrient absorption.
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