Kotlet: Persian Ground Meat and Potato Patties

Name: Kotlet: Persian Ground Meat and Potato Patties
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 2-inch chunks, and rinsed; Kosher salt, to taste; 4 large eggs; 1 pound ground beef, ground lamb, or a combination; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; All-purpose flour, for dusting; as needed Olive oil, vegetable oil, or a combination, for pan-frying

Recipe GLPR3b0ea483341b27

Middle Eastern

Main Course

55 min

257 cal

Servings: 12

Stovetop

SNAP eligible

Kotlet are traditional Persian patties made from ground meat combined with mashed potatoes, aromatic spices, and eggs. These golden-brown, pan-fried patties deliver a crispy exterior and tender, savory interior. Served as a main course, they are perfect alongside rice, fresh vegetables, or yogurt. The turmeric and black pepper give them an authentic Middle Eastern warmth and depth of flavor.

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Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 2-inch chunks, and rinsed

Kosher salt, to taste

4 large eggs

1 pound ground beef, ground lamb, or a combination

1 teaspoon ground turmeric

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

All-purpose flour, for dusting

as needed Olive oil, vegetable oil, or a combination, for pan-frying

Directions

Boil the diced potatoes in salted water until they are fork-tender, approximately 15 minutes. Drain thoroughly and allow to cool slightly.
In a large bowl, crack 3 of the 4 eggs and whisk them together lightly. Set the remaining egg aside.
Add the cooled cooked potatoes to the beaten eggs and mash until mostly smooth with some small lumps remaining. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
Add the ground meat, turmeric, and black pepper to the potato mixture and combine gently with your hands until evenly distributed, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
Beat the remaining egg in a small bowl and set aside. Place flour on a plate.
Divide the meat mixture into 12 equal portions and form each into an oval or rectangular patty, approximately 3 inches long and 1 inch thick.
Dip each patty lightly in the reserved beaten egg, then dust both sides with flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches to avoid crowding, pan-fry the patties for 4 to 5 minutes per side until they are golden brown and the ground meat reaches an internal temperature of 160°F.
Transfer the cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to drain briefly. Serve warm with rice, fresh vegetables, yogurt, or your preferred accompaniments.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4.5

Kotlet hits well for Charlotte. All ingredients are bare pantry staples available at any local chain—no special stops needed. At roughly 75 cents per serving for ground beef, it's cost-effective weeknight fare that scales easily. The stated 55 minutes is honest, though it glosses over the chilling time after forming patties, which adds 15–20 minutes if you want them to hold together properly when frying; expect 70 minutes real-world. It reheats fine in a skillet or microwave and feeds a crowd, making it natural for family meal planning or batch cooking, though the patties do benefit from a quick pan-warm rather than cold serving.