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Meat Jelly

Cultural Context

Meat jelly, or aspic, has roots in Eastern European cuisine, particularly in Lithuania, where it is often served during festive occasions. Traditionally made with pork and beef, this dish showcases the art of preserving meat in a flavorful gelatin, reflecting a time when nothing went to waste. Today, variations exist globally, with aspic being a popular dish in many cultures, often served as an elegant appetizer or part of a festive spread.

LithuanianLTmain
480 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 lbs pork meat
2 lbs beef bones
2 tablespoons gelatin
2 medium carrots
1 large onion
3 cloves garlic
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 cup parsley
8 cups water

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

gelatin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

A plant-based alternative to gelatin.

pork meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner, while beef may be more affordable.

1

Prepare the pork meat and beef bones by cutting them into smaller pieces.

2

Place the meat and bones in a large pot and cover with water.

3

Add chopped onions, carrots, garlic, bay leaves, and black peppercorns to the pot.

4

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer.

5

Skim off any foam that rises to the surface for about 10 minutes.

6

Simmer the mixture for 3-4 hours until the meat is tender and the broth is flavorful.

7

Remove the meat and bones from the pot, and strain the broth through a fine sieve.

8

Let the broth cool slightly, then add gelatin according to package instructions.

9

Chop the cooked meat into small pieces and add to the broth along with chopped parsley.

10

Pour the mixture into a mold or serving dish and refrigerate until set, about 6-8 hours.

11

Once set, unmold the meat jelly onto a serving platter.

Cooking Techniques

boilingchilling

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

AspicKiaulienos želė
Local Name: Kiaulienos želė

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