Indulge in the bold flavours of Mexican cuisine with our mouth watering Mexican Roulades recipe. Thin slices of beef rolled with bacon, jalapeños, cheese and spices, then baked to perfection. A fusion of traditional techniques and vibrant ingredients, these roulades promise to tantalize your taste buds with every bite. Try our easy-to-follow recipe for an unforgettable dining experience!
Ingredients
4 thin slices of beef (such as flank steak or skirt steak), about ¼ inch thick
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 slices of bacon
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat, if desired)
1 bell pepper (any colour), finely chopped
1 tomato, diced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Juice of 1 lime
¼ cup shredded cheese (such as Monterey Jack or Cheddar)
Toothpicks or kitchen twine
Instructions
Lay out the beef slices on a clean work surface. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, jalapeño pepper, and bell pepper. Sauté until softened and fragrant. Add the diced tomato, ground cumin, and smoked paprika to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice. Let the mixture cool slightly.
Spread a thin layer of the vegetable mixture onto each beef slice. Place a slice of cooked bacon on top of the vegetable mixture on each beef slice. Sprinkle a bit of shredded cheese over the bacon on each beef slice.
Starting from one end, tightly roll up each beef slice, ensuring that the filling is enclosed inside. Secure the roulades with toothpicks or tie them with kitchen twine to hold their shape during cooking.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Heat a bit of oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the beef roulades and sear on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the beef is cooked to your desired level of doneness.
Remove the toothpicks or kitchen twine from the roulades. Slice the beef roulades crosswise into thick slices. Serve the roulades hot, garnished with additional chopped cilantro and lime wedges, if desired.
Nutrition Information
Serving size: 300 g Calories: 699 Fat: 12 g Unsaturated fat: 5 g Carbohydrates: 27 g Sugar: 7 g Sodium: 1071 mg Fiber: 4 g Protein: 73 g
Recipe by The Chilli Workshop at https://chilliworkshop.co.uk/2024/03/31/mexican-roulades/