When frying cutlets, a white mass is released: what does this mean

The release of a white substance during frying of cutlets is not a sign of poor quality of minced meat, but may indicate its specific composition.

Yulia Arkhipova, an expert in the field of cooking for the online publication Belnovosti, a chef and fourth-class baker, talks about the main reasons for this phenomenon.

What does the release of white mass during frying of cutlets mean?

The appearance of a white substance when frying cutlets is a natural process caused by the hydrophilic properties of proteins and changes in the structure of proteins when heated.

As a rule, the appearance of a white mass indicates a high content of fat or water in the cutlets.

Another reason may be a lack of binding agent in the minced meat.

If you add more bread or eggs to the mince, the white substance will be released less intensely.

Earlier, the expert explained what a Hutsul potato pancake is and how to cook it.