Dutch Meatballs / Oma's gehaktbal

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber and are often cheaper than bread crumbs.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground chicken is often less expensive.

Combine ground beef and ground pork in a large bowl.

Finely chop onion and garlic; add to the meat mixture.

Soak bread crumbs in milk for a few minutes, then add to the mixture.

Add egg, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and paprika to the bowl.

Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

Form the mixture into oval-shaped patties.

Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Place the patties in the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd.

Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.

Remove from skillet and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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