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Falscher Hase

Cultural Context

Falscher Hase, or 'False Hare', is a traditional German dish that originated in the 19th century. It is a meatloaf-style dish, often served during festive occasions or family gatherings. The name derives from its resemblance to a hare dish, although it is made with ground meat, typically beef or pork. This dish reflects the resourcefulness of German cuisine, making use of available ingredients and providing a hearty meal.

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45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
600 grams ground meat (300 grams ground beef, 300 grams ground pork)
2 raw eggs
1 chopped onion
1.5 stale rolls
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
salt
pepper
garlic
14 slices of bacon
5 boiled eggs
350 milliliters chicken broth
vegetables (carrots, root celery, leek)
cornstarch or potato starch

ground meat

🥗Healthier: lean ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Turkey is lower in fat, while beef is often more affordable.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: whole wheat bread crumbs

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Whole wheat is more nutritious, while crackers can be cheaper.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat options reduce calories, while processed cheese can be less expensive.

1

Preheat the oven to 340°F (170°C) without convection.

2

Soak 1.5 stale rolls in water for a few minutes.

3

In a bowl, combine ground meat, chopped onion, raw eggs, dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and garlic.

4

Press out excess water from the soaked rolls and add them to the mixture for binding.

5

Mix the ingredients together by hand or with a mixer.

6

Add parsley to the mixture.

7

Wrap the meat mixture in 14 slices of bacon, ensuring the fat side overlaps.

8

Shape the meat mixture into a rectangular loaf and create an indentation in the center for the boiled eggs.

9

Place 5 boiled eggs in the indentation.

10

Add vegetables around the meatloaf.

11

Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour.

12

Prepare a sauce with the leftover vegetables and chicken broth, blending some of the vegetables for thickness.

13

Thicken the sauce with cornstarch mixed with water and bring to a boil.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

False HareFalscher Hase mit Ei
Local Name: Falscher Hase

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