The milanesa crossed the Atlantic with Italian immigrants and became a pillar of Uruguayan home cooking, served with fries, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad. In Uruguay it is often eaten with a squirt of lemon and a spoonful of mayonnaise, and kids grow up on it from the school cafeteria to Sunday lunch.
Crispy, lemony, and loved by absolutely everyone
The crust is thin, golden, and audibly crunchy, while the pounded beef inside stays tender and juicy. The bright squeeze of lemon cuts through the fried richness, and the garlic-and-parsley crust gives every bite a savory, herby punch.


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