Potato cutlets

4 servings

20 minutes

Potato zrazy is a traditional dish of Lithuanian cuisine consisting of delicious potato pancakes with a meat filling. The history of this recipe dates back to ancient times when housewives sought to create a hearty and affordable dish from simple ingredients. The tender combination of boiled and raw potatoes gives the dough softness, while the filling of juicy beef with golden onions adds richness to the flavor. Fried in lard, zrazy acquire a crispy crust and unique aroma. They are perfect for both everyday dinners and festive feasts, served with sour cream or fresh vegetables. This dish embodies the spirit of home comfort and traditions, filling the home with warmth and tasty memories.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 187.7
• Proteins: 6.2g
• Fats: 9.8g
• Carbohydrates: 20.1g

Ingredients

• Potato: 430 g
• Beef: 80 g
• Onion: 25 g
• Salo: 31 g
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Grate 200 grams of raw potatoes. Boil the remaining part, mash it, mix it with the grated raw potatoes, and salt the resulting mixture.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 430 g
   • Potato: 430 g
   • Salt:  to taste

2. Fry the onion in a pan until golden brown. Boil the meat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 25 g
   • Beef: 80 g

3. Make flatbreads from potatoes and add boiled minced meat and onion to them.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 430 g
   • Beef: 80 g
   • Onion: 25 g

4. Fry in a pan with fat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salo: 31 g