Peel, wash and cut the carrots into pieces. Cover and cook in a little salt water for 8-10 minutes until soft. Crush the carrots into puree with a fork. Wash the chives, dab dry and cut into small rolls
Knead minced meat, carrot puree, chives, fried onions and egg in a large bowl. Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Form small balls from the mixture
Heat oil and butter in a frying pan. Fry the pergettes in it for 3-4 minutes on each side
Meanwhile wash the cucumber and cut it diagonally into thin slices. Serve balls with cucumber and chilli sauce
Tip: Moisten your hands with cold water and roll small balls out of the chopping mass. Press these balls with your fingers into the slightly angular pergeddel shape