Bitterballen Recipe - Fried Meatballs Dutch Style

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken provides a leaner option while pork is often less expensive.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth retains flavor while being lighter.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while margarine is often cheaper.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats are a healthier alternative, while crushed crackers can be more economical.

Make a broth by simmering water with marrow bones, beef poulet, carrot, onion, leek, celery leaves, parsley, bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, peppercorns, clove, mace, salt, and white pepper.

Strain the broth and use it to prepare the beef ragout.

Melt butter in a saucepan and add flour to create a roux.

Gradually add the self-drawn broth while stirring until thickened.

Mix in the braised beef, gelatin, and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

Allow the mixture to cool and form into balls.

Prepare for frying and cook until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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