Polish patties (kotlety)
If you've got bread rolls, ground beef and marjoram, you're most of the way to this Polish side: about 65 minutes of cooking across 8 steps. Scroll down for the ingredient checklist, a serving scaler and unit converter, and the method broken into 8 steps.
You'll mainly reach for frying pan / skillet and pan. At medium difficulty across 8 steps, it's manageable with a little attention.
What you'll need
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How to make it
- Soak the bread roll in the milk so it softens completely.
- Meanwhile, fry the onion in the oil for around 8 mins or until soft and golden.
- Add the fried onion to the beef mince along with the egg, garlic, marjoram and some seasoning.
- Squeeze the excess milk from the bread roll and add it to the mince mixture.
- Mix everything together and season well.
- Divide the meat into 8 patties.
- Tip the dried breadcrumbs into a shallow bowl and coat the patties in it, all over.
- Heat some oil in a deep frying pan and fry the patties in batches on both sides until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 mins on each side.
You'll use: Frying pan / skillet · Pan · Deep fryer / pot
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Ingredient substitutions
- Milk
- any unsweetened plant milk · ½ cup evaporated milk + ½ cup water
What to serve with Polish patties (kotlety)
Tips & common questions
How long does Polish patties (kotlety) take to make?
About 65 minutes from start to finish — an estimate based on the 8 steps and 9 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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