VEAL POJARSKI
This retro indulgence, called Pojarski de veau (veal Pojarski), was supposedly a favorite of Czar Nicholas I. It gained popularity in Montreal after the city hosted Expo in 1967. It is made with diced veal, mushrooms and butter, formed into a plump, flat-topped meatball and then stuck with a roasted bone, so that the dish looks like a chop but tastes richer and more tender. On any given day in the Joe Beef kitchen, the dish might also include ends of charcuterie, bacon, ham and seared duck livers; its essence is the succulent combination of cured and cooked meat.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories dinner, main course
Time 1h
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Soak the mushrooms in warm water to cover until soft (about 30 minutes), then drain and coarsely chop.
- Heat oven to 450 degrees.
- In a large skillet, melt 1/2 the butter over medium heat. Add the mushrooms, shallot and garlic. Cook, stirring, until shallot is translucent and soft, about 5 minutes. (Do not brown.) Transfer to a plate and set aside to cool for 5 minutes.
- Soak bread in milk for 15 minutes, then lightly squeeze dry.
- In a large bowl, combine porcini mixture, soaked bread, roasted meat, ground veal, thyme, egg and salt. To taste for seasoning, heat a small skillet and fry a chunk of the mixture until browned. Add salt and pepper to mixture, to taste.
- Divide the mixture in half and shape each half into a ball, with a slightly flattened top and bottom. If using bones, poke a hole in one side of each ball and stick a bone into the hole.
- Put the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a heavy baking dish and gently lay the balls side by side. Lay 2 pieces of bacon on each and roast for 30 to 40 minutes, basting every 4 or 5 minutes, until sizzling and fragrant. Remove bacon for last 5 minutes of cooking. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1281, UnsaturatedFat 46 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 100 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 70 grams, SaturatedFat 46 grams, Sodium 1178 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 2 grams
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[email protected]I'm not a big fan of veal, but this recipe was surprisingly good.
cynthia shongwe
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the dish turned out great.
Wongu John
[email protected]This was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was worth it in the end. The veal pojarski was delicious!
Bluh Bluhhh
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the dish always turns out delicious.
Ireoluwapo Amire
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The veal pojarski is always a hit with my guests.
Ameer Alshami
[email protected]This was my first time making veal pojarski and it turned out great! I was a bit nervous about cooking veal, but the recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out delicious.
Emmanuella Brooklyn
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The veal was tender and juicy, and the coating was crispy and flavorful. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans and it was a hit with my family.
Shaylin Van der merwe
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of veal, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The veal was cooked perfectly and the flavors were delicious. I would definitely make this again.
Harccess Azeez
[email protected]This was a great recipe. I followed it exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The veal was tender and juicy, and the coating was crispy and flavorful.
Eunice Osagiede
[email protected]I love this recipe! The veal pojarski is always a hit with my guests. It's a bit of a splurge, but it's worth it for a special occasion.
LuKaGGPRO
[email protected]This dish was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was worth it in the end. The veal was cooked perfectly and the flavors were incredible. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.
TRUEARCY
[email protected]I've been making veal pojarski for years and this recipe is the best I've tried. The veal was so tender and flavorful, and the coating was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again.
Peacey's Empire Collection
[email protected]This was my first time making veal pojarski and it turned out amazing! The instructions were easy to follow and the dish was absolutely delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans and it was a hit with my family.