Crispy & Savory! Traditional Dutch Bitterballen Recipe

beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil adds healthy fats and flavor.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be homemade.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko adds crunch and is often more affordable.

Prepare the beef rib steaks and cut them into pieces.

In a saucepan, melt the butter and add the flour to create a roux.

Gradually add the beef stock while stirring until thickened.

Incorporate the prepared beef, gelatin, bay leaves, salt, and pepper into the mixture.

Cook until the mixture is well combined and thick.

Remove from heat and let cool, then refrigerate until firm.

Shape the mixture into balls, coat with extra flour, dip in beaten eggs, and roll in breadcrumbs.

Heat oil or cooking butter in an air fryer or deep fryer.

Fry the balls until golden brown and crispy.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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