Polish Meatballs/ Meat Patties Recipe – (Kotlety Mielone)

by Cathy Andrasko-2 January 2026Easy

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time20 min

Total Time35 min

Servings5

These Classic Polish Meatballs, also known as Kotlety Mielone, or Polish Meat Patties are a delightful comfort food, perfect for a hearty family meal or a special occasion.

Imported RecipeOriginally from: polishfeast.com

Method

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Soak the rolls or bread slices in milk for 10-15 minutes until fully softened. Squeeze out the excess milk and finely crumble.
1
Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a skillet. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Allow to cool.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, soaked and crumbled bread, eggs, parsley, 2 tablespoons of breadcrumbs, sautéed onions, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix gently to combine without overworking the meat.
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Shape the mixture into oval patties. Flatten them slightly. Spread 1/2 cup breadcrumbs on a plate and lightly coat each meatball.
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In a large skillet, heat a thin layer of cooking oil over medium heat. Fry the meatballs in batches, without overcrowding, for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
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If meatballs need further cooking, preheat the oven to 175°C. Place partially cooked meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes or until fully cooked.
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Serve your Polish meatballs hot with mashed potatoes, tłuczone ziemniaki, or a side salad like Mizeria (cucumber salad) for a complete meal.