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Classic Kotleti (Meatballs)

Classic Kotleti Meatballs: Juicy Comfort Food Awaits

Enjoy delicious Classic Kotleti meatballs, a comforting Slavic dish, perfect for busy weeknights and adaptable to your taste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Soaking Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Slavic
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken or turkey or beef
  • 1 large Egg can substitute with a chia seed egg
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise or sour cream
  • 1 medium Onion, Grated yellow or white
For the Binding
  • 2 slices Bread French bread preferred; soak in almond milk for a dairy-free option
  • 1/2 cup Milk or non-dairy milk
For Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper adjust to taste
For Cooking
  • 1 cup Oil for frying; avocado oil or any frying oil works

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Classic Kotleti (Meatballs)
  1. Soak the bread slices in milk for about 10 minutes, then shred them into small pieces.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, eggs, mayonnaise, shredded bread, and grated onion. Season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat, ensuring it covers about 1/4 inch of the bottom.
  4. Shape the meat mixture into patties about 2-3 inches in diameter and place them in the frying pan.
  5. Fry the kotleti for 4-5 minutes on one side, then carefully flip and fry the other side for an additional 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Remove kotleti from the pan and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with sides like mashed potatoes or cucumber salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 18gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Kotleti freeze well and can be reheated in the oven for a crispy finish. Adjust seasonings to your taste before cooking.

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