Stuffed Beef Rolls in Tomato Sauce

Name: Stuffed Beef Rolls in Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Brésilienne
Ingredients: 8 thin beef slices (sirloin or rump), tenderized with a mallet; 8 thin slices of smoked bacon; 1 green bell pepper, cut into thin strips; 1 medium onion, sliced into thin rings; 2 medium carrots, cut into thin sticks; 500 ml beef broth; 300 ml tomato sauce; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp garlic powder; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

By Marie Lefebvre · Updated October 25, 2026

Tender beef rolls packed with smoky bacon, crisp green pepper, onion, and carrot, simmered in a rich tomato broth — this Brazilian classic delivers big flavour with surprisingly little effort. The pressure cooker does all the heavy lifting, producing melt-in-the-mouth rolls every single time. Perfect for a hearty family dinner!

Prep⏱️ 40 min

Servings👥 8 servings

Difficulty📊 Medium

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🛒 Ingredients

8 servings

8 thin beef slices (sirloin or rump), tenderized with a mallet
8 thin slices of smoked bacon
1 green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 medium onion, sliced into thin rings
2 medium carrots, cut into thin sticks
500 ml beef broth
300 ml tomato sauce
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

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Directions

1
Tenderize the beef slices with a meat mallet until thin and even. Season both sides with salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Let rest for 30 minutes so the flavours fully absorb.
2
Lay each slice flat and place one strip of bacon, one strip of bell pepper, a ring of onion, and a stick of carrot across the centre, keeping 1 cm clear at the edges.
3
Roll each slice tightly and secure with one or two toothpicks to hold the filling in place during cooking.
4
Heat a drizzle of oil in a pressure cooker over high heat and sear the rolls on all sides until golden brown.
5
Pour in the beef broth and tomato sauce, stir gently, and adjust seasoning. Bring to a boil.
6
Lock the pressure cooker lid, bring up to full pressure, then cook for 10 minutes over medium heat. Allow the pressure to release naturally before opening.
7
Carefully remove the toothpicks, arrange the rolls on a serving plate, and spoon plenty of sauce over the top. Serve with white rice or roasted potatoes.

💡 Chef's Tip

Add a tablespoon of tomato paste and a bay leaf to the sauce for extra depth of flavour. The rolls can be assembled the night before and refrigerated — cook them fresh the next day for the best texture and taste.