Cutlets with cheese and tomatoes
Description
The dish is easy to prepare without unnecessary complications. You can make the patties using your favorite type of minced meat: pork, chicken, beef, or a mix of these. Choose portioned packaged processed cheese—it coats the patties best. To prevent the patties from falling apart, be sure to add a chicken egg and wheat flour. Add your favorite seasonings, spices, and herbs to taste. You may include chopped dill, garlic, etc. Serve the finished dish immediately.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients. Defrost the ground meat if purchased frozen, and drain off excess liquid. Peel the onion and rinse it under water.
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Step 2
Place the minced meat into a deep container and grate the onion on a fine grater directly into it. Add salt and ground black pepper. Add other spices and seasonings if desired.
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Step 3
Beat a chicken egg and mix thoroughly so that it spreads evenly throughout the meat mixture. Instead of a chicken egg, you can use 3-4 quail eggs.
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Step 4
Add 2 tablespoons of premium wheat flour and thoroughly mix the filling in the container once again.
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Step 5
Pour the remaining flour onto a plate. Moisten your hands with water and divide the filling into equal portions. Roll each portion into a round shape in your hands and place it in the flour. Periodically wet your hands with water to prevent the filling from sticking.
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Step 6
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and place the breaded patties in it. Reduce the heat to medium to prevent the patties from burning, and fry them for 4-5 minutes on one side until golden brown crust forms.
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Step 7
Then, using a silicone spatula and a fork, flip them over and cook for the same amount of time. The patties will slightly shrink in size—that's normal.
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Step 8
Slice the washed tomatoes into circles and place one slice on top of each patty.
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Step 9
Then carefully remove the processed cheese from the wrapper and place it on top of the tomato, letting the edges of the cheese hang over. Since the cutlets are hot, the cheese will start melting immediately. Cover the container with a lid and let it simmer for just a minute until the cheese melts, then turn off the heat.
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Step 10
Place the patties with tomatoes and cheese on a plate or serving dish and serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
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Step 11
The patties steam perfectly inside; the main thing is not to make them too large. Enjoy your meal!