Authentic German Frikadellen are flavorful pan-fried meat patties made with ground beef, onions, breadcrumbs, eggs, and Dijon mustard. These juicy and tender patties make a perfect meal for lunch or dinner, offering a classic taste of German home cooking.
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings
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, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp cooking oil (for frying)
Instructions
Prepare Ingredients: Chop the onion finely and gather all the ingredients to have them ready for mixing.
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 ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is uniform.
Form Patties: Shape the mixture into uniform patties, approximately 1 inch thick, ensuring they are even in size for consistent cooking.
Heat Oil: Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat, ensuring the oil is hot enough to fry but not smoking.
Cook Patties: Place the patties in the skillet and cook for 7 minutes on each side or until they develop a golden brown crust and the interior is cooked through.
Drain Excess Oil: Once cooked, remove the patties from the skillet and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil before serving.
Notes
Use fresh breadcrumbs for a lighter texture; stale breadcrumbs can also be used if fresh is unavailable.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste preference.
For extra flavor, finely chop some fresh parsley and add it to the mixture.
Make sure patties are not too thick to ensure even cooking throughout.
Can be served with mustard, potato salad, or sauerkraut for an authentic German meal.
