Meat Preparation: In a bowl, combine the ground meat with the egg, breadcrumbs, mustard, salt, pepper, and spices. In a separate bowl, soak the breadcrumbs in milk and then add them to the meat mixture.
Onion: Finely chop the onion and sauté in a pan with a little oil until soft and translucent. Add it to the meat mixture and mix well.
Forming the Cutlets: Form small cutlets from the mixture, making sure they are quite thick – this is key to their juiciness.
Frying: Heat the oil in a pan and fry the cutlets over medium heat for about 5 minutes on each side, until golden and crispy on the outside but tender on the inside.
Serving: These cutlets are best served with mashed potatoes or a fresh salad.
Serving and storage tips:
These meatballs are delicious both warm and cold. You can serve them on a bun to create delicious burgers.
If you have any leftovers, store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. They’re great for reheating in a pan or microwave.
To make the cutlets even juicier, you can add a spoonful of plain yogurt or sour cream to the meat mixture – it’s a great way to improve the texture of the meat.
Variations:
Vegetarian version: Instead of ground meat, use lentils or chickpeas, which you can blend into a paste after cooking.
With cheese: You can add a slice of your favorite cheese to the cutlets, which will melt during frying, adding additional flavor.
Herbal cutlets: Add fresh herbs such as parsley, thyme, or oregano to the meat mixture. The herbs will add a unique flavor to the cutlets.
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