Fašírky
A crowd-pleasing Slovak pork built around ground pork, bread and marjoram — roughly 120 minutes start to finish, and rated involved to make. Below: the ingredients split into pantry staples and a quick shopping list, a built-in serving scaler, and the method in 19 steps.
You'll mainly reach for frying pan / skillet and pan. At involved difficulty across 19 steps, it's worth setting aside proper time for.
What you'll need
Shopping list (5)
Pantry staples (you likely have these)
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How to make it
- Prepare the Bread Mixture
- Soak the bread slices in milk or water until soft.
- Squeeze out excess liquid and mash into small crumbs.
- Mix the Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, chopped onions, garlic, soaked bread, egg, and seasonings.
- Mix well until evenly combined.
- Shape the Meat Patties
- Take portions of the mixture and shape them into palm-sized patties.
- Flatten slightly to help with even cooking.
- Coat the Patties
- Lightly dust each patty with flour.
- Dip into beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs for a crispy finish.
- Fry the Fašírky
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry the patties for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Serve Fašírky hot with mashed potatoes, cabbage salad, or fresh bread.
- Enjoy with mustard, pickles, or garlic sauce for extra flavor.
You'll use: Frying pan / skillet · Pan · Large pot
Watch how it's made
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Ingredient substitutions
- Milk
- any unsweetened plant milk · ½ cup evaporated milk + ½ cup water
What to serve with Fašírky
- Šúĺlance s Makom Dessert
- Zemiakové Placky Side
- Bryndzové Halušky Pork
Tips & common questions
How long does Fašírky take to make?
About 120 minutes from start to finish — an estimate based on the 19 steps and 15 ingredients. Times vary with your kitchen and how much prep you do ahead.
What can I use instead of milk?
Try any unsweetened plant milk. See the substitutions section above for more swaps.
Can I scale this recipe up or down?
Yes — use the servings control above the ingredients and every quantity rescales automatically (fractions included). Cooking times stay roughly the same; very large batches may need a little longer.
How should I store leftovers?
Cool leftovers quickly, refrigerate in an airtight container, and eat within 3 days. Reheat until piping hot throughout.
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