Poltava cutlets: recipe and cooking technology

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The famous Poltava cutlets have long been the hallmark of Russian cuisine. Many hostesses cook them often and with great pleasure. Then served with mashed potatoes, pea porridge or another side dish loved by the whole family. To make delicious cutlets a wonderful decoration for a dinner or holiday table, just follow the tips from this article. But first, find out the story of their appearance, it is very curious.

History of occurrence

Legendary Poltava cutlets, according to various legends, were invented either by a certain New York chef who was very homesick for his homeland, or by a Russian culinary specialist who prepared dishes for the palace of Catherine the Great herself (as an option - for visitors to the Mikhailovsky merchant club), or in Ukraine.

There are rumors that hetman Skoropadsky himself ate them at one time, who came to dine at the restaurant of the Continental Hotel. They were called at that time "cutlets Kyiv de-will." By the way, perhaps the confusion arose precisely because of the name. In France, at that time, delicious “de-volley” cutlets were also prepared, created from chicken meat and served with a special sauce. But it is clear that according to several other recipes.

In any case, Poltava cutlets today are considered a national dish of Ukrainian cuisine. You can’t call them dietary, but they are very tasty. If you don't believe me, you can try making them yourself at home. We are sure you will like it. And what a delight the kids will come!

Essential Products

The technology of cooking Poltava cutlets is not much different from the creation of any other similar meat dishes. To create them, you need to take:

• beef - 0.6 kg;
• pork fat - 60 grams (more possible);
• fresh garlic - 3 small cloves;
• onion - 0.5 pcs;
• boiled chilled water - 60 ml;
• breadcrumbs - as needed;
• s alt and ground black pepper to taste;
• other spices - also to taste.

It is worth noting that the products must be fresh and clean. It is highly desirable that they are already collected in one place. So it will be easier for you to cook delicious meatballs. Plus, you don't have to run all over the kitchen looking for the right ingredient.

Recipe for Poltava cutlets

To make cutlets, you need to buy a good piece of beef in the market or in the store. Try to take meat that has a red color without various inclusions, soft white dense fat layers and a pleasant smell. On its surface there may be a slight winding, but not spots or crusts. Pay attention to this! Also make sure that the beef is sufficiently elastic and dry. Avoid acquiring one that lies in a pool of blood.

After buying meat, it should be brought home, rinsed well under running water, cleaned of veins and bones, if any. Next, you should take a meat grinder and skip the beef through it. You can do it twice so that the stuffing is more tender. You can immediately chop the peeled onion and garlic cloves. Pork fat does not need to be twisted, it is better to cut it into small cubes to create Poltava cutlets. It will be more convenient to make it when it is slightly frozen.

Now you need to thoroughly mix all the ingredients together and add water with spices in a large cup. At the same time, the minced meat must be carefully beaten off. To make it truly airy, you must first lift it, and then throw it back from a height into a cup or, if it is more convenient, onto a countertop, there is not much difference. After carrying out this procedure, you will only have to form cutlets in the usual way and fry them in a pan with very hot oil.

Reviews about Poltava cutlets

Judging by the reviews, Poltava cutlets are really juicy and fragrant. They are able to please with their unsurpassed taste of yourhome. They are prepared very simply and quite quickly. They go well with various side dishes, including boiled potatoes, buckwheat porridge, and various soups. Also, people say that these cutlets can be eaten just like that, washed down with your favorite drink: sweet tea, compote or coffee. They recommend this dish to all their friends and acquaintances. So, if you love Ukrainian cuisine or want to diversify your diet, be sure to cook these meatballs. You will like them. We wish you bon appetit!