Maltese-Inspired Stuffed Beef (Bragioli)
by Diana Opoti (@dianaopotieats)A flavorful and hearty stuffed beef dish inspired by Maltese Bragioli, featuring thinly sliced beef filled with a savory pork and bacon mixture.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 250gminced pork
- 1/2cupchopped bacon
- 2hard-boiled eggs, quartered
- 1medium white onion, grated
- 2clovegarlic, minced
- 1/4cupbreadcrumbs
- 1tspground coriander
- 1dashsalt
- 1dashpepper
- 1thinly sliced topside beef steak
How to make Maltese-Inspired Stuffed Beef (Bragioli)
Prepare the Filling
In a bowl, combine the minced pork, chopped bacon, grated onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and ground coriander. Mix everything well until evenly incorporated.
Assemble the Stuffed Beef Rolls
Lay each slice of beef flat on a clean surface. Place a spoonful of the filling mixture onto each slice, spreading it out slightly. Place a quarter of a hard-boiled egg on top of the filling.
Roll and Secure
Carefully roll each beef slice around the filling, tucking in the sides as you go to secure the filling inside. Use kitchen twine or toothpicks to hold the rolls together.
Brown the Rolls
Heat a bit of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the beef rolls in the skillet and brown on all sides to seal in the juices, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
Simmer in Sauce (Optional)
If you prefer, you can make a tomato-based sauce to simmer the rolls. Add a can of crushed tomatoes, a splash of red wine (optional), salt, pepper, and fresh or dried herbs (like thyme or rosemary) to the skillet. Return the beef rolls to the skillet, cover, and let simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the meat to become tender.
Serve
Remove the kitchen twine or toothpicks, and serve the stuffed beef hot. This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.
Tips & Tricks
For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of red wine to the sauce.
Ensure the beef slices are thin enough to roll easily around the filling.