Description
Discover the authentic taste of German Frikadellen, crispy pan-fried meat patties made with a perfect blend of beef and pork, fresh herbs, and spices. This quick and easy recipe yields juicy, flavorful meatballs ideal for weeknight dinners, appetizers, or meal prep. Customize with your favorite seasonings or dietary preferences for a versatile dish everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 250g ground beef
- 250g ground pork
- 1 small onion, finely chopped and sautéed
- 50g bread crumbs (or gluten-free bread crumbs or ground oats for gluten-free)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Onions: Finely chop the onion and lightly sauté it in a bit of butter or oil over medium heat until softened and translucent to add sweetness and mellow sharpness.
- Mix the Meat Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef and pork with the cooled sautéed onions, bread crumbs, egg, mustard, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands or a spoon until just combined, taking care not to overwork the meat.
- Shape the Frikadellen: Form the mixture into oval-shaped patties about the size of your palm. Press them gently to keep them compact but tender.
- Fry to Perfection: Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties for 5 to 7 minutes on each side until they develop a deep golden crust and are cooked through. Avoid frequent turning to maintain a crispy exterior.
- Rest and Serve: Transfer the cooked Frikadellen to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess fat, then let them rest for a few minutes before serving. This helps lock in the juicy flavors.
Notes
- Use a 50/50 mix of ground beef and pork for optimal flavor and moisture.
- Allow patties to rest before cooking to keep them juicy.
- Use chilled meat to better hold shape during frying.
- Mix gently to avoid tough meatballs.
- Make patties uniform in size for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (approx. 80g)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Frikadellen, German meatballs, pan-fried patties, traditional German recipe, ground beef and pork meatballs, gluten-free meatballs