Meat Zrazy with Filling in Mushroom Sauce

We invite you to prepare Meat Zrazy with Filling in Mushroom Sauce – a delicious and hearty dish that will impress your family.

Ingredients

For the zrazy:

• 600 g pork or beef mince (should not be too lean)
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp breadcrumbs
• 4 pickled cucumbers
• 150 g smoked bacon
• 2 onions
• 2–3 tbsp Bavarian mustard
• 3 tbsp oil
• Salt, pepper to taste

For the sauce:

• 1 onion
• 200 g mushrooms
• 250 ml chicken broth or water
• 1 tbsp wheat flour
• 70 ml water
• Salt, pepper to taste

Instructions

Preparing the Minced Meat

1. Place the minced meat in a bowl. Ensure the pork or beef is not too lean.
2. Add the egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper to taste.
3. Mix the ingredients thoroughly for a few minutes—this will make the meat more elastic and easier to shape into zrazy.

Making the Filling

1. Cut the bacon into strips and fry it in oil until golden.
2. Add the onion, sliced into half-rings, and sauté for a few more minutes.
3. Stir in the pickled cucumbers, sliced into strips, and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
4. Finally, add the mustard and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
5. Set the filling aside to cool.

Forming the Meat Zrazy

1. Divide the minced meat into five equal portions and shape them into oval patties.
2. Place a small amount of filling in the center, fold the edges over, and shape into elongated rolls.
3. Roll each zrazy in breadcrumbs.
4. Fry them in oil, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides.
5. Transfer to an oven and bake for 15 minutes at 180°C (356°F).

Preparing the Sauce

1. While the zrazy are baking, sauté the finely diced onion in the remaining oil until it turns dark golden brown—this will give the sauce a richer flavor.
2. Add the mushrooms, sliced into half-rings, and fry for another 3–4 minutes.
3. Pour in the broth or water and let it simmer on low heat.
4. Mix the flour with cold water and gradually add it to the sauce to thicken it.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serving

The Meat Zrazy with Filling in Mushroom Sauce are ready! You can place the zrazy in the sauce for a short while before serving, though this step is optional. Serve with mashed potatoes, green peas, and pickled cucumbers.

Enjoy your meal!