French Rissoles

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 5

Savory and delicious French Rissoles for your dinner tonight

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups chicken or 2 cups veal , cooked and minced
	1 medium onion , peeled and minced
	1 egg yolk
	salt and pepper , to taste
	1 pie crust ( or 1/2 batch puff pastry , either storebought or your own recipe )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

287

Sugar

Fat

19g

French Rissoles are a savory and delicious dinner option that hails from France. These little pockets of pastry are filled with seasoned meat and baked to golden perfection, making them a favorite among French families for generations. Rissoles can be made with a variety of meats and seasonings, making them a versatile meal option for any night of the week. Serve them with a side of mashed potatoes and green beans for a hearty and satisfying dinner.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 190 C (375 F).
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken or veal with minced onion.
3.	Add in the egg yolk and salt and pepper to taste, mixing well to combine.
4.	Roll out your pie crust or puff pastry to 1/4 inch thickness and cut into 6-8 equal pieces.
5.	Spoon about 1 heaping tablespoon of the meat mixture onto each piece of pastry, then fold the dough in half and press the edges together to seal.
6.	Bake the rissoles for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

French Rissoles are savory and flavorful, an easy and delicious dinner option for any night of the week.

They’re also very adaptable; you can use leftover chicken or veal to make these and change up the seasoning to suit your tastes.

CONS

Puff pastry is high in fat and calories, making these rissoles not the healthiest option for your meal.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these rissoles are not particularly healthy, they can be part of a balanced diet when enjoyed in moderation.
Chicken and veal are both good sources of protein and can help support healthy muscles and tissues.