Home-cooked Eastern European Meal Recipe

Name: Home-cooked Eastern European Meal
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Eastern European
Ingredients: buckwheat groats: 150g; beef or pork patty: 100g; cheese slices: 30g; whole pickle: 50g

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Dive into the heart of Eastern European cuisine with this simple yet delectable home-cooked meal. Combining the nutty flavors of buckwheat groats (kasha), alongside a savory cutlet (be it beef or pork), melted cheese slices, and the tangy crunch of a whole pickle, this dish offers a blend of textures and flavors that promise a comforting and satisfying dining experience. Perfect for those seeking to explore traditional meals with a modern twist, this meal encapsulates the essence and simplicity of Eastern European culinary traditions.

🌎 Eastern European: Main Course

🔥 Calories 650kcal
🍗 Protein 30g
🍚 Carbs 70g
🧈 Fat 25g

🥗 Ingredients:

buckwheat groats (150g)
beef or pork patty (100g)
cheese slices (30g)
whole pickle (50g)

🍳 How to cook (1 serving):

Cooking Time: 25 minutesPreperation Time: 10 minutes

Preparing the Buckwheat Groats

Begin by rinsing 150 grams of buckwheat groats under cold water. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil and add the rinsed buckwheat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until water is absorbed and groats are tender. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Cooking the Cutlet

Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Shape approximately 100 grams of your choice of ground beef or pork into a patty. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Place the patty in the skillet and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until thoroughly cooked and slightly browned on the outside. Remove from heat.

Assembling the Meal

Place the cooked buckwheat groats on a plate as the base. Top with the cooked cutlet. Place approximately 30 grams of cheese slices on top of the hot cutlet to allow it to melt slightly. Finally, add a whole pickle (about 50 grams) to the side of the plate. Serve warm.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

This meal packs a nutritional punch with a balanced distribution of macros. Providing approximately 25-35 grams of protein, it supports muscle maintenance and growth. The buckwheat groats contribute 60-85 grams of carbs, offering sustained energy throughout the day while keeping you full. The inclusion of cheese slices and a meat cutlet adds approximately 20-35 grams of fat, contributing to the meal's richness and satiety. Furthermore, this meal provides a good source of dietary fiber from the buckwheat and essential vitamins and minerals from the pickle.