Pink cutlets

4 servings

30 minutes

Pink cutlets are a refined dish of European cuisine that attracts not only with its bright color but also with its tender taste. The secret of their unique softness lies in the combination of juicy chicken fillet and sweet beetroot, which gives the minced meat a natural pink hue. Light spices, garlic, and onion complement the flavor, creating a harmony of aromas. These cutlets are great as a standalone dish or paired with a side – they pair excellently with vegetables or grains. They are easy to prepare and look like a festive delicacy that can adorn any table. The inspiration for the recipe may have come from the desire to give classic chicken cutlets a fresh, original twist. Their crispy crust and tender texture inside make them a favorite dish for both children and adults.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 250.4
• Proteins: 31.1g
• Fats: 3.4g
• Carbohydrates: 23.4g

Ingredients

• Chicken fillet: 450 g
• Beet: 1 pc
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Onion: 1 head
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Breadcrumbs: 5 tbsp
• Vegetable oil: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Peel and wash the onion and garlic, chop in a blender (the onion can be finely chopped with a knife, and the garlic should be pressed through a garlic press).

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head
   • Garlic: 2 cloves

2. Wash the chicken fillet, cut into small pieces, and blend in a blender to make chicken mince.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken fillet: 450 g

3. Peel the pre-cooked beetroot, and blend it into a puree (optionally, you can grate the beetroot on a fine grater).

   Required ingredients:

   • Beet: 1 piece

4. In a deep bowl, combine chicken mince, chopped onion and garlic, beetroot puree, and crack in a chicken egg.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken fillet: 450 g
   • Onion: 1 head
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Beet: 1 piece
   • Chicken egg: 1 piece

5. Thoroughly mix the mass with a spoon or by hand. At this stage, the meat mixture will acquire a rich pink color. Add salt and black pepper to taste. Mix well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

6. Shape medium-sized oval patties from the minced meat. To make it easier, wet your hands with water.

7. Coat the pink cutlets on all sides with breadcrumbs. If you don't have breadcrumbs, you can coat the cutlets in flour.

   Required ingredients:

   • Breadcrumbs: 5 tablespoon

8. Heat a pan with vegetable oil, place the patties, and fry over moderate heat until browned.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil:  to taste

9. Then flip with a spatula and fry on the other side.

10. Serve the pink chicken-beet patties hot with any side dish.