Five cutlet recipes for a change of pace

The "Praktiski.lv" section of Latvijas Avīze has put together a collection of five cutlet variations. The authors note that meat cutlets with onions are a common dish in many Latvian kitchens and suggest trying something new.

Buckwheat cutlets with dried meat or sausage

The first recipe uses cooked buckwheat, dried meat or good-quality sausage, fresh cheese, flour, sour cream, salt, pepper and herbs. The buckwheat and cheese are minced, the meat is cut into small pieces, and all ingredients are mixed together. The mixture is then spooned onto a pan and fried in oil until golden brown.

Meat cutlets with rice and sauce

The second version combines minced meat with half-cooked rice, chopped cabbage, grated carrots and pressed garlic. The mixture is shaped into balls and baked in a sauce made from sour cream, tomato sauce, sugar, water and spices. If fresh tomatoes are used, the water is omitted because they are already juicy. The dish is baked at 180°C for about 40 minutes.

Vegetarian potato cutlets

The third recipe offers a vegetarian option based on boiled potatoes, carrots, fresh cheese, sweet cream and herbs. The potatoes are mashed, while the carrots and cheese are fried with turmeric and cream. The filling is wrapped in the potato mixture, rolled in flour and fried in a pan or baked in the oven. The suggested sauce is made from cashews, ginger, coriander or parsley, lemon juice, salt and water.

Chicken cutlets with cheese

The fourth recipe is straightforward: ground chicken is mixed with finely chopped onion, an egg, grated cheese, parsley, salt and pepper. The cutlets are formed and fried in vegetable oil on both sides over medium heat until golden brown.

Chicken cutlets with cheese and seeds

The final recipe calls for chicken fillet cut into pieces, combined with grated cheese, eggs, flour, salt, pepper and toasted sunflower seeds. The patties are fried until they develop a golden crust.

Overall, the selection covers everything from classic meat cutlets to a vegetarian dish with a tangy sauce, making it easy to find a suitable recipe for almost any taste.