Kugeli

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0

Traditional Lithuanian Kugeli recipe for a hearty meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

40 min

Cook

90 min

Ready In

130 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

608

Sugar

Fat

28g

Kugeli is a traditional Lithuanian dish that dates back to the 16th century. It is made by mixing grated raw potatoes with cooked potatoes, diced salt pork, and onions, and baking it in the oven. The dish is often served with sour cream or applesauce on top, and makes a filling and hearty meal that is perfect for cold winter nights. Kugeli can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish with vegetables or salad.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.	In a large frying pan over medium heat, cook the diced salt pork and chopped onion until the salt pork is browned and the onion is translucent.
3.	In a large bowl, mix together the cubed potatoes, chopped onions, eggs, all-purpose flour, olive oil, and ground black pepper.
4.	Add the salt pork and onions to the potato mixture and mix well.
5.	Grease a large baking dish and pour in the potato mixture.
6.	Bake for 90 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
7.	Let the kugeli cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

Kugeli is a filling and satisfying dish that can be served as a main course or as a side dish.
Its ingredients are simple and easy to find.

The combination of salt pork, onions, and potatoes make for a comforting and delicious flavor.

CONS

Kugeli is a heavy dish that is high in calories and fat.

It may not be the best option for those watching their saturated fat intake or on a low-carb diet.

Some people may find the dish too heavy or greasy for their taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While kugeli is not necessarily a health food, it does contain some nutrients from the potatoes and onions.
Potatoes are a good source of vitamin C and potassium.
Onions are high in antioxidants and can have anti-inflammatory properties.

	3/4 pound salt pork , diced
	1 onion , coarsely chopped
	5 pounds potatoes , peeled and cubed
	3 onions , coarsely chopped
	6 eggs
	1 cup all-purpose flour
	2 tablespoons olive oil
	ground black pepper to taste