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Nutritional Values
570kcal
42gProtein
18gCarbs
35gFat
2gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥚 Eggs
Beef Olives
How to order / say it
Say it
Bragioli — [brah-JOH-lee]
Order
I'd like the beef olives, please.
Locally
Jien nixtieq bragioli, jekk jogħġbok.
Say locally
Stuffed beef rolls simmered in tomato sauce
Why try it?
Bragioli is a staple of Maltese hospitality, often served during special occasions. It showcases the traditional method of maximizing flavor through slow cooking, embodying the hearty and welcoming spirit of Maltese locals.
How it tastes
The beef rolls are moist and succulent, infused with a zesty tomato sauce, with an aromatic filling that adds depth. Each roll provides a burst of savory flavor, complemented by the rich sauce.
Origin & History — first documented: 1800
The exact origins remain obscure, but Bragioli likely developed in the 18th century as a way to elevate basic ingredients into a flavorful and satisfying meal, befitting family celebrations or guest honors.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 400 g beef slices
- 🌾 60 g breadcrumb
- 🧄 100 g onions
- 🥚 1 eggs
- 🥣 100 g tomato paste
- 🥕 30 g capers
- 🍷 100 ml wine
- 🫒 20 ml olive oil
- 🧄 10 g garlic
- 🌿 5 g parsley
- 🧂 to taste salt
Method
- 1 Mix breadcrumbs, egg, capers, and parsley for stuffing.
- 2 Spread stuffing onto beef slices, roll tightly, and secure.
- 3 Brown beef rolls in olive oil, then add garlic and onions.
- 4 Pour in wine and tomato paste, simmering until rolls are tender.
- 5 Serve hot with sauce.
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