Russian Meat Patties (Kotleti)

In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, ground beef, and egg.

Season the meat mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

In a separate bowl, place the slices of white bread and pour milk over them. Press down to ensure they are fully soaked.

Blend the medium onion in a blender until it forms a smooth puree.

Add the onion puree to the meat mixture.

Squeeze the excess milk from the soaked bread and add the bread to the meat mixture.

Using your hands, mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

To tenderize the meat, pick up the entire mixture and throw it back into the bowl several times.

Form the mixture into 12 evenly-sized round patties.

Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Carefully place the patties in the hot skillet and cook uncovered for 7 minutes on the first side.

Flip the patties, then cover the skillet with a lid. Reduce the heat to low and cook for another 10 minutes until cooked through.

Remove from the pan, garnish with fresh dill if desired, and serve.