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German Frikadellen

Cultural Context

Frikadellen, or German meatballs, have roots in German cuisine, often served at family gatherings and festive occasions. They symbolize comfort food, showcasing the use of simple, hearty ingredients. Today, variations exist across Europe, with each region adding its own twist, making them a beloved dish worldwide.

GermanDEmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
400g ground beef
1/2 onion
1 egg
1 stale bread roll
milk
sea salt
sweet paprika
freshly ground pepper
butter or oil

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber while crushed crackers are often less expensive.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground chicken can be more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, and margarine can be a cheaper option.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective substitute.

1

Cut the stale bread roll into small pieces.

2

Soak the bread pieces in milk or water for a few minutes.

3

Finely chop the onion into small pieces.

4

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, egg, and spices (1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon paprika, and 0.5 to 1 teaspoon pepper).

5

Drain the soaked bread and add it to the meat mixture.

6

Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

7

Shape the mixture into meatballs or patties.

8

Heat butter or oil in a steel pan over medium heat.

9

Place the patties in the pan and cook until browned on one side, about 5 minutes.

10

Flip the patties when they are browned and cook for another 5 minutes on the other side.

11

Remove the patties from the pan and place them on kitchen paper to absorb excess fat.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfrying

Equipment Needed

large bowlsteel panknifespatulakitchen paper

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

German meatballsFleischpflanzerlFrikadelle
Local Name: Frikadellen

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