Involtini alla Siciliana
Thin meat rolls stuffed with an aromatic mixture of breadcrumbs, pine nuts, raisins, and cheese, breaded and cooked until golden.
55 min
Italiana (Sicilia)
4 servings
The story behind
Involtini alla Siciliana represent everything I love about Sicilian cuisine: the masterful combination of sweet and savory. It's a recipe that transports me to the streets of Palermo, where the scent of toasted pine nuts and raisins mingles with grilled meat. Preparing them is an art; you have to spread the meat well, place the filling with precision, and roll with patience so the flavors don't escape. Serving them with those extra pine nuts is the detail that always reminds me of authentic Mediterranean flavors.
Instructions
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1Mix breadcrumbs, pine nuts, raisins, cheese, and parsley to make the filling.
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2Lay out each meat slice, place a spoonful of filling in the center, and roll up tightly.
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3Drizzle the rolls with a little oil and coat with an extra layer of breadcrumbs for crunch.
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4Thread the rolls onto skewers if desired, or cook directly in a pan with a little oil over medium heat.
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5Cook until well browned on the outside and tender on the inside.
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