Here’s a classic Frikadelle recipe 🥩 — German-style pan-fried meat patties, juicy, savory, and flavorful.
🥩 Frikadelle (German Meat Patties)
Ingredients (makes 6–8 patties)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 slice of bread or 2–3 tbsp breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp mustard (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- 2–3 tbsp vegetable oil or butter for frying
Instructions
- Soak bread
- Soak bread in milk until soft. Squeeze out excess liquid.
- Mix meat
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, soaked bread, onion, egg, mustard, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Mix until just combined — avoid overmixing to keep patties tender.
- Shape patties
- Divide mixture into 6–8 equal portions and shape into oval or round patties, about ½–¾ inch thick.
- Fry
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry patties 4–5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels if needed.
- Serve
- Serve hot with mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, pickles, or gravy.
💡 Tips
- Don’t overmix meat for juicy patties.
- Optional herbs: parsley, marjoram, or thyme add authentic flavor.
- Fry medium heat to get a golden crust without drying out.
🌟 Variations
- Baked version: Bake patties at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes for a healthier option.
- Cheesy Frikadelle: Insert a small cube of cheese into the center before frying.
- Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika to the mix.
- Mini Frikadellen: Make small bite-sized versions as appetizers.
If you want, I can give you a restaurant-style Frikadelle recipe with extra juiciness and a rich pan gravy, perfect for dinner.
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