Mexican Steak Milanesa
Crispy, golden, and bursting with bold flavors, Mexican Steak Milanesa is a classic comfort dish that brings a hearty taste of Mexico to your table. Tender, thinly sliced beef cutlets are pounded to perfection, then coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture spiced with garlic, paprika, and pepper. Pan-fried to crunchy perfection, this recipe delivers an irresistible balance of texture and taste. Serve these savory cutlets with a squeeze of fresh lime and traditional sides like rice, beans, or a crisp salad for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for dinner any night of the week. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy recipe will quickly become a family favorite for fans of fried steak and Latin-inspired cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces beef cutlets (thinly sliced)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 whole lime wedges
Instructions
Place the beef cutlets between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Gently pound them with a meat mallet until they are about 1/4 inch thick.
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, place the all-purpose flour. In the second bowl, beat the eggs and milk together until combined. In the third bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Dredge each cutlet in the flour, coating it evenly. Shake off any excess.
Dip the cutlet into the egg and milk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
Finally, coat the cutlet in the seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to ensure the crumbs adhere well. Repeat with all cutlets.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking.
Carefully place the breaded cutlets into the skillet, cooking them in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding. Fry the cutlets for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer the cooked cutlets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serve the Mexican Steak Milanesa immediately with lime wedges for squeezing over the top. Pair with sides like rice, beans, and a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3254 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 218.4 g | 280% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.3 g | 272% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 655 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 5357 mg | 233% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 223.4 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 121.5 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 25.6 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 1497 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
