These Milanese-style meat rolls offer a sophisticated twist on classic comfort food. Thin slices of tender pork fillet are filled with a rich mixture of minced pork, sausage, garlic, and Parmesan, then wrapped in streaky bacon for added smokiness. After being seared in butter and braised in white wine, the meat becomes incredibly tender and juicy. The combination of texturescrispy bacon, soft stuffing, and melt-in-your-mouth filletmakes this dish perfect for a special dinner party or a festive family meal. It pairs beautifully with Risotto Milanese and steamed green vegetables.
Polpette Al La Milanese
Description
These Milanese-style meat rolls offer a sophisticated twist on classic comfort food. Thin slices of tender pork fillet are filled with a rich mixture of minced pork, sausage, garlic, and Parmesan, then wrapped in streaky bacon for added smokiness. After being seared in butter and braised in white wine, the meat becomes incredibly tender and juicy. The combination of texturescrispy bacon, soft stuffing, and melt-in-your-mouth filletmakes this dish perfect for a special dinner party or a festive family meal. It pairs beautifully with Risotto Milanese and steamed green vegetables.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350F (180C) or Gas Mark 4.
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Cut the pork fillet into 4 thin slices and flatten them slightly using a rolling pin or the bottom of a heavy bottle.
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In a bowl, combine the minced pork, sausage meat, crushed garlic, parsley, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
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Add the beaten egg to the meat mixture and mix well until well combined and sticky.
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Lay the bacon rashers flat and spread a generous layer of the stuffing mixture onto each flattened slice of pork fillet.
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Roll up the pork slices tightly, starting from one end.
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Wrap each pork roll with a slice of bacon and secure with a cocktail stick.
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Lightly dust the rolls with seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.
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Heat the clarified butter in a flameproof casserole dish over medium heat.
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Place the pork rolls in the casserole and brown gently on all sides until golden.
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Pour the white wine over the rolls and allow it to bubble and reduce by half.
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Cover the casserole tightly with a lid and transfer to the preheated oven.
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Bake for 30-40 minutes until the pork is tender and cooked through.
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Remove from oven, discard cocktail sticks, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 60.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.5g6%
- Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
- Cholesterol 20.0mg7%
- Sodium 15.5mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 6.8g14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Serve with Risotto Milanese and steamed green vegetables for a traditional Italian meal.
If you cannot find clarified butter, you can use regular unsalted butter, but be careful not to let it burn during browning.
Ensure the pork is cooked through by checking that the juices run clear and the internal temperature reaches 145F (63C).
For a richer sauce, you can add a splash of chicken or pork stock after the wine has reduced.
