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Romanian Drob

Cultural Context

Drob is a traditional Romanian dish, often prepared for Easter celebrations. Its roots can be traced back to the culinary practices of using offal, which were common in many cultures. This dish symbolizes abundance and is a festive favorite, showcasing a blend of flavors from herbs and meats. In modern times, variations exist, including vegetarian adaptations, as the dish gains popularity beyond Romania.

RomanianROmain
90 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1 sheet puff pastry
4 oz bacon
1 lb lamb
8 oz liver
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
2 slices bread
3 large eggs
1/4 cup dill
1/4 cup parsley
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium carrot
2 green onions
4 oz pork fat

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

liver

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: mushrooms

Tofu offers a similar texture and is plant-based.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal can bind ingredients and is egg-free.

1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

2

Boil the lamb and liver in a pot of salted water until cooked through, about 30 minutes.

3

Remove the meat from the pot and let it cool slightly.

4

Finely chop the cooked lamb and liver, then transfer to a large mixing bowl.

5

Sauté chopped onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent, about 5 minutes.

6

Add the sautéed onion and garlic to the meat mixture.

7

Soak the bread in water, then squeeze out excess liquid and add to the meat mixture.

8

Incorporate eggs, chopped dill, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper into the mixture, and mix well.

9

Roll out the puff pastry and wrap the meat mixture in it.

10

Wrap the meat mixture in bacon before placing it in the baking dish.

11

Grease a baking dish with olive oil and place the wrapped mixture inside.

12

Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.

13

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden brown.

14

Let the Drob cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

potbaking dishmixing bowlknifecutting boardsauté pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

gluteneggs

Also Known As

Drob de MielLamb Drob
Local Name: Drob

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