Name: Delicious Pork Cutlets
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: Ham - 400 g; Egg - 1 pcs.; Onions 2 pcs. - 70 g; Coconut milk, 7-9% fat content - 50 ml; White bread - 50 g; Seasoning for meat - 2 g; Salt - 2 g; Vegetable oil 2 tbsp. l. - 17 g; Semolina - 32 g; Breadcrumbs - 30 g

European

It is commonly believed that a blend of beef and pork mince is essential for excellent cutlets. However, delicious cutlets can also be made solely from pork. For this dish, chilled meat with a small amount of fat is suitable, such as ham, shoulder, or loin. Bread soaked in milk will impart a mild flavor to the meat and, along with semolina, will help make the cutlets fluffy. If the cutlets are coated in breadcrumbs and placed on a preheated pan, they will quickly "set," brown, and retain all their juices inside.

Prepare all necessary ingredients: wash and pat dry the pork and chicken egg. Soak the bread slices in milk. Peel and wash the onion. Pour the breadcrumbs onto a flat plate. Get ready the meat grinder, a thick-bottomed frying pan, and a small pot with a lid.

Dice the pork into medium-sized pieces and then grind them in a meat grinder to achieve a fine mince.

Cut the onion into 3-4 pieces and also grind it in the meat grinder so that it is evenly distributed throughout the minced meat.

Squeeze the milk from the bread slices and pass them through a meat grinder, adding them to the ground pork. This will give the cutlets a special tenderness.

Season the ground meat with a fragrant blend of meat spices, add salt, beat in an egg, and stir in semolina. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until uniform.

Form neat patties, about 6 cm in diameter, from the prepared minced meat and thoroughly coat them on all sides in breadcrumbs to achieve a crispy crust.

Pour vegetable oil into a well-heated pan, place the cutlets, and fry them for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Place the cooked cutlets in a pot, cover them, and let them rest for 5 minutes. This will make them even juicier and more flavorful.

Serve the fluffy, golden-brown pork cutlets with your favorite salad or any other side dish you prefer. Enjoy your meal!

Delicious Pork Cutlets

Russian

Cooking cod in a pan is very simple. You just need to cut it into pieces and fry them in preheated oil until a golden crust forms. After frying, be sure to drizzle the cod with lemon juice. It will not only add a pleasant acidity to the fish but also make it firmer, ensuring it doesn't fall apart when served. If you don't have lemon juice, you can use regular vinegar, but in a smaller amount.

Pan-seared cod

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Dumplings

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Scrambled eggs

Italian

Spaghetti with minced meat is a perfect choice for dinner. Add various spices to the dish—for example, nutmeg. It will give the pasta a slightly sweet taste and a spicy aroma. However, do not overdo it with the spices so as not to ruin the meal. The same applies to soy sauce. It serves as an excellent substitute for salt and adds a pleasant aftertaste to the dish. But the key is not to use too much, so the meal doesn't end up being overly salty.

Spaghetti with minced meat

Many people are afraid of baking chicken breast in the oven because it often turns out dry. In this recipe, we will show you how to cook the meat so that it stays juicy while being fully cooked through. As an addition, we used some tomatoes and cheese. During the baking process, they will make the chicken even tastier and more aromatic. The main secret of this recipe lies in the foil. It is exactly what prevents the juices from evaporating. However, if you don't have any, you can use a roasting bag instead.

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Belarusian

In their appearance and preparation method, draniki resemble ordinary pancakes, but they are made from potatoes. The simplicity of the dish lies in the fact that the potatoes do not need to be prepared in advance; it is enough to simply peel and grate them. After that, you can shape the draniki and fry them in a pan. We added a bit of cheese to the potato dough, which makes the snack softer.

Potato pancakes with cheese

Prepare potatoes in sour cream for dinner or lunch. Despite the simplicity of the preparation, this dish has its own nuances that are best taken into account. First, choose a variety of potato suitable for frying—these are typically varieties with pink skin, such as "Ryabinushka" or "Romano." To prevent the dish from turning into mush, cut the pieces into a uniform size, soak them in water for 30 minutes, and pat them dry.

Potatoes in sour cream

Cabbage is excellent for braising. For a subtle sweet note, add red onion, along with dried herbs and ginger. Combined with various spices, the dish will take on a wonderfully delicate flavor. Season the cabbage 5-10 minutes before it is finished cooking. Adding tomato paste will give the dish a beautiful color.

Braised cabbage with tomato paste

Georgian

We suggest making meat khinkali using homemade minced meat; this ensures the dish turns out truly juicy and delicious, with a flavorful broth inside. For the preparation, we will use two types of ground meat: beef and lamb. We recommend choosing your meat carefully. Select beef that is fatty and tender—tenderloin, striploin, or ribeye are ideal. For the lamb, use cuts from the neck or back. Prepare plenty of fresh herbs and spices. Cumin, coriander, and both black and red pepper pair perfectly with this dish.

Meat Khinkali

Ukrainian

Cauliflower fritters with hard cheese are a delicate, airy, yet rich dish that will pleasantly surprise even those who are usually indifferent to cabbage. Thanks to the finely chopped cauliflower, the fritters have a soft and almost creamy texture inside, while a golden crust makes them especially appetizing. Hard cheese adds a distinct flavor and a slight saltiness, creating a harmonious combination with the vegetables. Cauliflower fritters pair wonderfully with chicken, turkey, roasted vegetables, fish, and can also serve as a light dinner on their own. This is a versatile dish that looks equally good on an everyday table or as an unusual appetizer.

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