Authentic German Frikadellen
Experience the heart of German cuisine with these delectable meatballs, known as Frikadellen. Juicy and flavorful, they boast a crispy exterior and are packed with savory seasonings. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, these meatballs will transport you to Germany with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp oil (for cooking)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté the onion in a skillet over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes). Allow to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, sautéed onion, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into uniform patties about 2 inches in diameter.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels and garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg