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German Frikadellen

German Frikadellen: Juicy Comfort Food Your Family Will Love

Enjoy the heartwarming flavors of German Frikadellen—juicy meat patties that are a family favorite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 patties
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: German
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Use 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio
  • 1 Onion Finely chopped
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Fresh breadcrumbs
  • 2 Eggs Large
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Aids in flavor
  • to taste Salt & Pepper For seasoning
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Chopped parsley or dill
  • 1 cup Grated Cheese Cheddar for cheesiness
  • 1 lb Alternative Meats Pork or turkey can be used
Toppings and Sides
  • 2 cups Mashed Potatoes Perfectly creamy
  • 1 cup Sauerkraut Tangy accompaniment
  • to taste Condiments Mustard or ketchup, for serving

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

How to Make German Frikadellen
  1. Prepare Ingredients: Finely chop onion and gather all ingredients for mixing.
  2. Mix Components: Combine ground beef, onion, breadcrumbs, eggs, mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl and knead until combined.
  3. Shape Patties: Wet hands and shape mixture into patties about one inch thick.
  4. Cook Patties: Heat skillet and cook patties for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Drain Oil: Transfer cooked patties to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
  6. Serve: Enjoy with sides like mashed potatoes or sauerkraut.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pattyCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Add a sprinkle of fresh herbs on top for an extra burst of flavor.

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