Involtini alla pizzaiola

Involtini alla pizzaiola are a tasty and flavorful dish that combines the simplicity of meat rolls with the typical flavors of pizza. Here is the recipe to prepare involtini alla pizzaiola for 4 people.

Ingredients

• 8 thin slices of meat (veal or beef)
• 200 grams of tomato puree
• 100 grams of mozzarella, sliced thinly or cubed
• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove of garlic
• Dried oregano to taste
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• A few leaves of fresh basil
• 8 thin slices of cooked ham (optional, for a richer variant)

Preparation

1. Lay the meat slices on a work surface and gently beat them with a meat mallet to make them even thinner.
2. If you decide to use the ham, place a thin slice on each piece of meat.
3. Place some mozzarella and a sprinkling of oregano on each slice.
4. Roll up the meat slices, creating rolls, and secure them with toothpicks to maintain their shape.
5. In a pan, heat the extra virgin olive oil and add the garlic.
6. When the garlic is golden, remove it and place the rolls in the pan.
7. Brown the rolls on all sides until they are golden.
8. Pour the tomato puree over the rolls, add salt and pepper to taste, and a bit of hand-torn basil.
9. Cover the pan with a lid and cook over medium-low heat for about 15-20 minutes, adding water if necessary to prevent the sauce from drying out too much.
10. At the end of cooking, check the flavor, and if necessary, adjust the seasoning with salt.

Before serving, remove the toothpicks from the rolls. Accompany the dish with some homemade bread or a serving of white rice or pasta to fully enjoy the pizzaiola sauce.

Curiosity

The idea of involtini alla pizzaiola combines the art of rolls, typical of Italian cuisine, with the distinctive taste of pizza, creating a unique and much-appreciated dish. In some variations, slices of bell peppers or mushrooms can also be added inside the rolls for an extra touch of vegetables.