Frikadellen (German Hamburgers)
Serves 4
30 mins prep
15 mins cook
45 mins total
These are the BEST Frikadellen or Buletten as they’re also called are German style meat patties that are pan fried and often served on a bun. Frikadellen are American hamburger imposters, but they’re not like the American hamburger at all.
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ozmixed ground meathalf pork and half beef
hard rollyou can use whatever leftover bread you have!
tspsea salt
tspGerman mustardor any other mustard of your choice
tsppaprika powderI used half sweet paprika and half half-sharp paprika
tspchili powderI used ancho chili powder
tbspfresh parsleychopped
garlic clovesminced
oil for fryingsunflower seed or avocado oil
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Soak the roll in water for about 10 minutes, then squeeze out all the water. Peel and fine dice the onion, sauté until translucent and lightly browned, then put into a bowl.
yellow onion
hard roll
Add ground meat, spices, chopped parsley, garlic, and egg to the bowl and knead until combined (best to use your hands, but you can also use a fork).
oz mixed ground meat
egg
tsp sea salt
tsp German mustard
tsp dried marjoram
tsp paprika powder
tsp chili powder
tbsp fresh parsley
garlic cloves
Add the drained roll to the meat mixture and knead until combined.
hard roll
Shape your Frikadellen patties and lay them onto a floured surface, so they won’t stick. Heat some oil in a pan or on a griddle over medium-high, then add in enough Frikadellen to cover the pan (see note about Test Frikadelle).
oil for frying
Fry for a few minutes without turning until thoroughly browned, turn and repeat, then reduce heat to medium low and continue frying for 10 more minutes or until cooked through. Transfer Frikadellen to a plate lined with paper towel to rest for a few minutes before serving (see note about Leftovers).