Dinner for 4
Beef Milanesa
Thin beef steaks are coated with seasoned crumbs, pan-fried until crisp, and cooked through for a simple Mexican dinner.
$14.34for 4 servings
$3.58 per serving$14.34 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.

Photo: mexicoinmykitchen.com
- 35 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings (the source says 6, which counts pieces)
- $$$typical cost tier
MexicanDairy-freeHigh-proteinBudgetFamilyDinners
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Beef steak (sirloin, flank, skirt)$8.99/lb typical | 1.5 lb | $13.48Typical price |
| Eggs$0.30 each typical | 2 | $0.60Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.15Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $14.34 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepperOlive and cooking oil
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb thin cut top round beef steaks
- 2 eggs
- 2 cloves garlic chopped
- 1/2 tsp black peppercorns
- vegetable oil for frying (optional)
- salt to taste (optional)
Steps
- Pound the steaks evenly if needed, then season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Mix the eggs and chopped garlic in a shallow bowl, and place the bread crumbs in another bowl.
- Dip each steak in the egg mixture, then press it into the crumbs until coated.
- Heat 1/4 inch oil in a large skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes.
- Fry the steaks for 3 to 4 minutes per side until crisp and the beef reaches 160 F.
- Drain the steaks briefly on a plate and serve them hot.
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