Dinner

Fašírky

Name: Fašírky
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Slovak
Ingredients: 500g ground pork; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 slices bread, sliced; 1 shot milk; 1 egg; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon marjoram; 1 tsp mustard; 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped; 1/2 cup flour; 1 egg, beaten; 1 cup breadcrumbs; vegetable oil, For frying

Traditional Slovak pork patties coated in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs, then fried until crisp and golden.

40 min
520 kcal
Slovak

Mellowpan tip: Makes 4 servings, so there’s room for leftovers. Plan them into your week.

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Ingredients

For 4 servings

Steps

Step 1:
Soak the bread slices in milk or water until soft.
Step 2:
Squeeze out the excess liquid and mash the bread into small crumbs.
Step 3:
In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, chopped onion, garlic, soaked bread, egg, and seasonings.
Step 4:
Mix well until evenly combined.
Step 5:
Take portions of the mixture and shape them into palm-sized patties.
Step 6:
Flatten the patties slightly to help them cook evenly.
Step 7:
Lightly dust each patty with flour.
Step 8:
Dip the patties into beaten egg, then coat them with breadcrumbs for a crispy finish.
Step 9:
Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
Step 10:
Fry the patties for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked.
4–5 min
Step 11:
Transfer the patties to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Step 12:
Serve Fašírky hot with mashed potatoes, cabbage salad, or fresh bread.
Step 13:
Enjoy with mustard, pickles, or garlic sauce for extra flavor.