Parmegiana
Breaded steak with marinara sauce and melted cheese.
Nutrition Facts
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Steak Parmigiana, like Chicken Parmigiana, is an Italian-American creation, evolving from the eggplant-based Parmigiana dishes of Southern Italy. Italian immigrants adapted the concept to utilize ingredients readily available in America, such as meat, breadcrumbs, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
Steak Parmigiana, similar to other 'Parmigiana' dishes, represents the adaptation and evolution of Italian culinary traditions in the United States, often associated with comfort food and family meals.
Italian-American Identity
The dish embodies the resourcefulness of Italian immigrants in creating dishes using available American ingredients, contributing to a distinct Italian-American culinary identity.
Comfort Food
Steak Parmigiana, often served with pasta, is considered a hearty and satisfying comfort food, frequently enjoyed in a casual setting.
Family Meals
It's often prepared as a family meal due to its relatively straightforward preparation and crowd-pleasing appeal.
Steak Parmigiana offers a rich and savory flavor profile, blending the heartiness of breaded steak with the tangy sweetness of marinara sauce and the creamy melt of mozzarella cheese.
The dominant flavor is the savory umami of the steak, enhanced by a crispy breadcrumb coating that provides textural contrast. The marinara sauce contributes acidity and sweetness from the tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, while the melted mozzarella adds a creamy, milky richness that ties all the flavors together.
Steak Selection & Tenderness
Choose a tender cut of steak, such as sirloin or round steak, and consider tenderizing it by pounding it lightly before breading to ensure a pleasant texture.
Breadcrumb Coating
Use a blend of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning for a flavorful and crispy coating. Panko breadcrumbs can provide extra crunch.
Marinara Sauce Quality
Use a high-quality marinara sauce or make your own from scratch using ripe tomatoes, garlic, onions, and herbs for the best flavor.
Cheese Melt
Use a combination of mozzarella and provolone for a richer, more complex cheese flavor and a good melt.
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