Persian Cutlet

Kotlet - Persian Meat Patties

Ingredients:
Serves 4-6



1 pound ground meat (lamb, beef)
2 large potatoes, cooked, peeled and grated or parsnips even sweet potatoes
1 large onion, finely grated
1 large garlic clove, minced
2-3 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup almond meal
Oil for frying

Method:

1. In a large mixing bowl combine the ground beef, onion, potato, garlic, eggs, turmeric, salt and pepper and mix well by hand.
2. Take a handful of the mixture, flatten into an oval or a round shape.
3. Cover both sides of each kotlet in almond meal.
4. Heat 3-4 tablespoons of coconut oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Fry the patties in hot oil, until brown on both sides.                      

 Serve warm or cold with sliced tomatoes, onions, sabzi khordan , pickles, olives and warm bread. 

Enjoy!