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Russian Meat Patties – Kotlety

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These Russian Meat Patties (Kotlety) are juicy, flavorful pan-fried patties made with ground beef, soaked bread, onion, and simple seasonings. With a crispy golden crust and tender interior, this easy kotlety recipe is budget-friendly, family-approved, and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef (or a beef blend)

  • 1 small onion, finely grated or minced

  • 2 slices white bread, crusts removed

  • 1/4 cup milk

  • 1 egg

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (for coating)

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

  • Soak the bread slices in milk for a few minutes until softened. Gently squeeze out excess milk.

  • In a large bowl, combine ground meat, grated onion, soaked bread, egg, salt, pepper, and parsley (if using).

  • Mix gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep patties tender.

  • Shape the mixture into oval or round patties, about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.

  • Lightly coat each patty in breadcrumbs.

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  • Fry patties for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Reduce heat if needed to prevent burning.

  • Ensure internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for beef.

  • Remove from skillet and let rest a few minutes before serving

Notes

Soaked bread helps retain moisture and creates a tender texture.Grating the onion distributes flavor evenly throughout the patties.Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure even browning.Resting after cooking keeps juices inside the patties.For extra juiciness, use ground beef with moderate fat content.

Find it online: https://cookibly.com/russian-meat-patties-kotlety/