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Romanian Easter Meatloaf (Drob cu pui si ciuperci)

This Romanian meatloaf made from chicken thighs, livers, and mushrooms boasts a delicious delightful blend of fresh herbs and spices.
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Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Servings

10

Romanian meatloaf is a traditional dish that has been a staple in Romanian cuisine for generations. This delicious dish is typically made from lamb or pork, but today we’ll be exploring a version made from chicken thigh, chicken livers, and mushrooms combined with fresh herbs like parsley and dill. 

Drob is typically served during Easter in Romania as part of the holiday feast. However, it is also popular throughout the year for special occasions like weddings, christenings, and other celebrations. The dish has roots in ancient Roman cuisine, where it was made using lamb offal, eggs, and cheese. Over the centuries, the dish has evolved and adapted to incorporate different ingredients and herbs. 

This version of meatloaf is packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals. Chicken thighs are a great source of protein, which helps to build and repair tissues in the body. Chicken livers are also high in protein, as well as iron, vitamin A, and vitamin B12, all of which are essential for healthy blood function. The mushrooms used in this recipe are rich in vitamin B and D, as well as minerals like potassium and selenium. Fresh herbs like parsley and dill add flavor and nutrition to the dish, as they are loaded with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.

Overall, Romanian Easter meatloaf made from chicken thighs and livers and mushrooms combined with fresh herbs like parsley and dill is flavorful and a nutritious dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. With its unique blend of ingredients and rich history, it’s no wonder that drob has become such a beloved dish in Romanian cuisine. 

Let me know in the comments below if you tried the recipe and if you have any variations you’d like to share!

Romanian Easter Meatloaf (Drob cu pui si ciuperci)

RECIPE

Romanian Easter Meatloaf 

Ingredients

For the Meatloaf:
  • 4 slices of bacon
  • 1 pound of chopped raw chicken livers
  • 1 pound of chopped raw chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon of ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon of paprika
  • 2 teaspoons of salt
  • 9 finely chopped green onions
  • 5 chopped common brown or white mushrooms
  • 6 minced garlic cloves
  • 1/2 cup of finely chopped dill
  • 1/2 cup of finely chopped parsley
  • 6 eggs

Directions

For the Meatloaf:
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
  2. In a large skillet over low-medium heat, add slices of bacon (4 slices) to cook for 5-10 min (Don’t cook these until they’re crisp as they’ll be cooked in the oven later)
  3. Remove the bacon and set aside
  4. Then add in the raw chopped chicken thighs (1 lb.), livers (1 lb.), ground black pepper (1 tsp.), ground coriander (1 tsp.), and salt (2 tsps.) to cook in the bacon fat for 7 minutes
  5. Remove the meat and set aside in a large bowl
  6. Add mushrooms (5 chopped), green onions (9 chopped), and garlic (6 minced) to the skillet and cook over medium heat for another 5 minutes
  7. Remove and add to the large bowl of meat
  8. Then in the large bowl add the parsley (1/2 cup chopped) and dill (1/2 cup chopped)
  9. Mix together and let the meatloaf mix cool to room temperature for 20 minutes
  10. Then pour out any excess water from the meatloaf mix
  11. In a small pot, add water to cover 3 eggs and a pinch of salt to hasten the boiling process
  12. When the water begins to boil, add eggs (3 whole)
  13. Hard boil the eggs for 8 minutes
  14. Remove the the eggs and set into a bowl with cold-icy water (this will not only cool them enough to remove the shells, but also make it easier to peel them off)
  15. Then peel off the shells and season them with a sprinkle of salt
  16. In a small baking bread or loaf pan, line with parchment paper
  17. Then add half of the meatloaf mix into the pan and press it down firmly with a spoon
  18. Add the hard boiled eggs in a line across the width of the pan in the center
  19. Add the rest of the meatloaf mix around the eggs and press down firmly with a spoon
  20. Whisk the remaining eggs (3 eggs) and pour over the top of the meatloaf
  21. Add the bacon, if desired to the top
  22. Then add the pan uncovered into the oven and cook for 50 minutes
  23. Remove when cooked from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes in the baking pan
  24. Then remove from the pan with the parchment paper and let it cool completely to room temperature for 20 minutes (this way it gives time for the meatloaf to set and stick together, and not fall apart)
  25. Serve either warm or chill in the fridge overnight for a very firm meatloaf to serve the next day
NUTRITION FACTS (PER SERVING)

Romanian Easter Meatloaf:

Calories: 320 | Total Fat: 27 g | Cholest: 205 mg | Total Carb: 6 g | Protein: 15 g

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Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. In cases where multiple ingredient alternatives are given the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included.

 
 

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