Vegetarian Kyiv Cutlet

Say hello to the *Vegetarian Kyiv Cutlet*, a plant-based twist on the classic Ukrainian dish that’s bursting with flavor and texture! This recipe swaps chicken for crumbled firm tofu, creating a delightfully tender yet crispy cutlet that encases a luscious herb butter core infused with garlic, parsley, Dijon mustard, and a hint of lemon zest. Encased in a perfectly golden breadcrumb crust, these cutlets are pan-fried to achieve a satisfyingly crunchy exterior while the buttery center melts into creamy, garlicky perfection. Ready in under an hour, this dish is ideal for vegetarians looking to indulge in a hearty, gourmet meal. Pair it with a fresh green salad or mashed potatoes for a truly comforting experience that’s sure to impress at any dinner table. Keywords: Vegetarian Kyiv Cutlet, tofu cutlets, crispy vegetarian recipe, herb butter-filled cutlet, easy vegetarian dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Firm tofu
• 100 grams Breadcrumbs
• 80 grams Unsalted butter
• 20 grams Fresh parsley
• 2 units Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 50 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 units Eggs
• 100 milliliters Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu to remove excess water. Once dry, crumble the tofu into small pieces.

Step 2

Finely chop the parsley and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a bowl, combine unsalted butter, parsley, garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the ingredients are well incorporated to form the herb butter.

Step 4

Divide the herb butter into 4 portions and shape each portion into a small log. Chill in the freezer for about 10 minutes to firm up.

Step 5

In another bowl, combine crumbled tofu with a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well.

Step 6

Take a handful of the tofu mixture, flatten it on your palm, and place a log of the chilled herb butter in the center. Encase the butter in the tofu mixture and shape it into an oval cutlet. Repeat this process to form 4 cutlets.

Step 7

Set up a dredging station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.

Step 8

Dip each cutlet in the flour, coating thoroughly, then in the beaten eggs, and finally in the breadcrumbs, ensuring an even coating.

Step 9

In a frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Carefully place the cutlets in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Once cooked, transfer the cutlets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 11

Serve the Vegetarian Kyiv Cutlet hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(864.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2420.4

Total Fat 192.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 56.8g
Cholesterol 549.1mg	0%
Sodium 4320.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 131.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.1g	0%
Total Sugars 12.6g
Protein 76.1g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 789.7mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 989.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.6%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 20.5%