The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 915 — Fried Sweetbreads
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 915 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Soak 2½–3 Russian pounds of sweetbreads in water for about an hour, then boil for half an hour.
Remove, plunge into cold water and trim off the sinews. Slice, dip into egg and breadcrumbs, and fry in 1½–2 tablespoons of butter.
Serve fried sweetbreads with green vegetables or herbs.
Historical editorial note: The historical boiling and frying times are not validated modern food-safety advice.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 915. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.