Turkey cutlets with spinach
4 servings
40 minutes
Turkey and spinach cutlets are a healthy and delicious dish. The history of such cutlets is rooted in traditional European recipes, where meat is complemented by fresh herbs. The combination of turkey and spinach adds freshness to the dish. Spices and nutmeg give the cutlets a pleasant aroma. They can be served with a vegetable garnish or creamy sauce.
1
Make minced meat from turkey fillet.
- Turkey fillet: 500 g
2
Blanch spinach in boiling water for 4 minutes, then drain in a colander and let the water completely drain. Cool to room temperature and cut into strips with a sharp knife.
- Spinach: 1 bunch
3
Frozen spinach can also be used. In this case, it should be thawed in a colander first to let all the excess liquid drain. Then squeeze it a little more.
- Spinach: 1 bunch
4
Place chopped spinach in a bowl, add minced meat, 2 eggs, flour (or breadcrumbs). Season with salt and pepper and mix until all ingredients are combined. The mixture should be thick and hold its shape.
- Spinach: 1 bunch
- Turkey fillet: 500 g
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Wheat flour: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
5
Form small patties with wet hands. Quickly dip in lightly beaten egg, then coat in flour or breadcrumbs. Immediately place in a heated pan with olive oil.
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Wheat flour: 2 tablespoons
6
Fry on both sides over medium heat until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes on each side), then keep them on low heat under a lid for 4-5 minutes.
7
Place on a paper towel for a minute to absorb excess fat.