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

11.04.2024 21:35

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.

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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.

Timur Khomichev Author: Timur Khomichev Internet resource editor

Julia Arkhipova Expert: Julia ArkhipovaExpert / Belnovosti