Best Easy Involtini alla Messinese Recipe

Messina-style meat rolls with breadcrumbs, cheese, and pine nuts on skewers. This high protein mediterranean family dish brings Sicilian carnivore flavors to the grill.

Cook 35 min Difficulty NORMAL 340 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Beef sirloin slices 1 lb
  • Provolone cheese 4 oz
  • Pine nuts 3 tbsp
  • Raisins 2 tbsp
  • Fresh parsley 1 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Breadcrumbs 1 cup
  • Olive oil 4 tbsp
  • Salt 0.5 tsp
  • Black pepper 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 16 g 19%
Protein 27 g 32%
Fat 17 g 45%
Serving size 170g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat for at least 10 minutes while you prepare the ingredients.

  2. 2

    On a clean surface, lay out the beef slices and lightly tenderize; brush each piece with olive oil for moisture retention.

  3. 3

    In a bowl, toss breadcrumbs with 2 tbsp olive oil, provolone cheese (cut into thin strips), pine nuts, raisins, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.

  4. 4

    Place a generous spoonful of breadcrumb mixture onto each beef slice, roll tightly, and secure each roll on a skewer, seam side down to prevent unrolling.

  5. 5

    Brush the outside of the involtini with remaining olive oil, and grill over direct heat for 2-3 minutes per side, turning carefully for even browning; avoid overcooking by removing once cheese just begins to melt.

  6. 6

    Let rest briefly off heat before serving to preserve juiciness and flavor integrity.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
Thin-sliced beef sirloin is the core ingredient in Involtini alla Messinese—the tender meat envelops the Sicilian-inspired filling, giving this dish its signature savory and juicy identity.
Q. How should I control the grill temperature to avoid dried-out involtini?
Grill the involtini over medium-high, direct heat—about 2-3 minutes per side. This ensures a seared exterior while keeping the inside juicy and the cheese just melted, preventing dryness.
Q. What prevents the involtini from falling apart or overcooking?
Roll the beef tightly around the filling and always place each seam-side down when skewering; brush the outside with olive oil for a barrier against grill heat, ensuring a moist center without the risk of drying or unraveling.
Q. How many calories and how much protein does each serving provide?
Each 170g serving delivers about 340 kcal, including 27g protein (32% of calories), 16g carbohydrates (19%), and 17g fat (45%), making this a high-protein Mediterranean dish suitable for family meals.
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