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Authentic German Frikadellen Recipe

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Authentic German Frikadellen are juicy, flavorful meat patties made with ground beef, onions, breadcrumbs, and eggs, seasoned with Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Pan-fried to a golden brown, these traditional German meatballs are perfect as a main dish or snack.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp cooking oil (for frying)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Chop the onion finely and gather all the ingredients needed for the recipe to ensure a smooth cooking process.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, fresh breadcrumbs, eggs, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
  3. Form Patties: Shape the mixture into uniform patties approximately 1 inch thick to ensure even cooking.
  4. Heat Skillet: Pour cooking oil into a skillet and heat it over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
  5. Cook Patties: Place the patties in the skillet and cook for about 7 minutes on each side, or until they develop a golden brown crust and are cooked through.
  6. Drain Excess Oil: Remove the patties from the skillet and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add minced garlic or chopped fresh parsley to the meat mixture.
  • Use fresh breadcrumbs for better texture, or substitute with panko breadcrumbs if unavailable.
  • Serve with mustard, pickles, or a side of potato salad for an authentic German experience.
  • Make sure the patties are uniform in size to cook evenly.
  • If you prefer, you can bake the patties in the oven at 375°F for 20 minutes as a healthier alternative.

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