Beet cutlets (vegan)
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. Beets are a miraculous vegetable containing a wealth of beneficial vitamins and minerals, and they are also delicious, sweet, and diet-friendly! Beet cutlets can be a wonderful standalone main course. They can be cooked either in a pan, in the oven, or steamed (which is especially suitable for children), breaded or without breadcrumbs—according to your preference. The finished dish can be served at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Thoroughly wash the beets, wrap each one in foil, and bake in the oven for 1-1.5 hours at 220 degrees. To check for doneness, pierce with a fork or knife (the beets should be soft and easy to pierce). Peel the cooled beets.
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Step 2
2. Grate the beet on a fine grater and transfer it to a suitable container. Add finely chopped herbs and garlic (can be minced using a garlic press). Add semolina, ground black pepper, and salt to taste, then mix everything thoroughly.
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Step 3
3. With hands moistened with water, shape the patties about 1-2 cm thick, place them on a plate or directly onto a preheated frying pan with oil.
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Step 4
4. Fry the patties on both sides until browned over medium-low heat. Place the finished vegetarian beet patties on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Done!