The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 1286 — Cod Cutlets with Mashed Potatoes
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 1286 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Briefly boil two Russian pounds of lightly salted cod in water, drain in a sieve, remove bones and mince finely.
For each two parts minced cod, use one part boiled mashed potatoes. Add an egg, a little finely chopped green or white onion and crushed pepper.
Mix well, shape cutlets, coat in breadcrumbs and fry thoroughly in butter.
To provide
2 Russian pounds of cod and 1 Russian pound of potatoes Onion and pepper | Crushed breadcrumbs 2–3 spoonfuls of butter |
Historical editorial note: The original method includes one egg omitted from the ingredient table.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 1286. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.