Milanesa – Cuban Chicken Fried Steak

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 2

Cuban Milanesa - Chicken Fried Steak with a Cuban Twist

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

422

Sugar

Fat

20g

Milanesa is a beloved dish in Cuban cuisine - a breaded and fried steak often served with a side of rice and beans or a salad. This dish has its origins in Milan, Italy, but has been adapted by several countries, including Cuba. The addition of sour orange juice and garlic powder gives this dish a tangy and zesty flavor that sets it apart from other fried steak recipes. It's a great dish to serve at family gatherings or a special occasion.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350 F (175 C).
2.	Season the skirt steak with salt and garlic salt or garlic powder on both sides.
3.	In a shallow bowl or dish, combine breadcrumbs and black pepper.
4.	In another shallow bowl or dish, beat two eggs and mix in sour orange juice.
5.	Dip each steak into the egg mixture, then coat both sides with the breadcrumb mixture.
6.	Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add oil to the pan.
7.	Once hot, add the steaks and cook until golden brown on both sides, about two to three minutes per side.
8.	Place the steaks on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until cooked through.
9.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Cuban Milanesa is a delicious twist on a classic fried steak.

The sour orange and garlic flavors give this dish a tangy kick that’s sure to please.

It’s also nutritious and easy to make.

CONS

This dish is high in sodium and calories because of the breading and frying process, so it should be consumed in moderation.

As with most fried foods, this dish is not the healthiest, but it’s certainly a tasty treat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Cuban Milanesa is not the healthiest dish out there, it does provide some protein and iron from the skirt steak.
The garlic in this dish has also been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties and can boost immunity.

	1 lb skirt steak ( cut or pound into several thin steaks )
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/2 teaspoon garlic salt or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
	1 cup breadcrumbs
	1/2 sour orange
	1/4 teaspoon black pepper
	2 eggs