Milanesa

Milanesa

Tender, crispy breaded and fried thin-cut meat that's juicy on the inside and golden on the outside.

⏱ 20 minServes 4Latin American

Ingredients

  • 4 thin-cut beef steaks or chicken breasts (about 4 oz each)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 lime

Directions

  1. 1Place meat between plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallet until thin and even.
  2. 2Set up three shallow bowls with flour mixed with salt, pepper, and garlic powder in the first; beaten eggs in the second; and breadcrumbs in the third.
  3. 3Coat each piece of meat in flour, shaking off excess, then dip in egg, and finally coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
  4. 4Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  5. 5Carefully place breaded meat in hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. 6Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. 7Serve hot with lime wedges and your choice of sides like rice, beans, or salad.

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