Potato cutlets with meat baked in the oven
Description
The dish is easy to prepare without unnecessary complications. The zrazy turn out filling and tender—just be careful not to overcook them in the oven. They make an excellent choice for lunch or dinner for the whole family. Under the crispy breadcrumb crust lies soft potato and a juicy filling of minced meat. You can use any type of meat, but keep in mind that your choice will affect the cooking time. Serve the zrazy immediately after cooking. They pair perfectly with any sauces, pickles, or sour cream. A fresh vegetable salad and fresh herbs also make great accompaniments. The finished dish can now be served.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the necessary ingredients for making baked potato zrazy with meat. Peel and wash the vegetables.
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Step 2
Place the potatoes in a saucepan, cover with water, and set over medium heat. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender. Drain the water completely, then mash the potatoes with a potato masher into a smooth puree. Let it cool completely.
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Step 3
Season the mashed potatoes with salt to taste, add the egg, and mix well.
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Step 4
Place the ground meat in a bowl, add chopped onion, mayonnaise, and mix well. I also added some extra herbs, but that's optional.
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Step 5
Grate the hard cheese on a medium grater and add it to the bowl with the minced meat. Season with salt and pepper, then mix well.
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Step 6
Divide the potatoes and the meat filling into equal portions. Take each portion of the potato mixture and form it into a flat patty, place the meat filling in the center. Bring together the opposite edges and shape into firm cutlets. Put breadcrumbs into a bowl and place the cutlets into it.
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Step 7
Coat each patty in breadcrumbs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and greased with half of the vegetable oil.
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Step 8
Place the baking sheet with potato cutlets in a preheated oven and bake at 180°C for 25 minutes. Remove the baking sheet, brush the top of the cutlets with the remaining vegetable oil. Flip them over and cook for another 15–20 minutes until done.
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Step 9
Transfer the ready cutlets to a plate and serve immediately.
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Step 10
Done.