Undeniably one of Germany's most loved comfort foods, the Frikadellen is a delicious and hearty meatball-like dish. Reminiscent of simpler times, it's traditionally made from ground meats and common kitchen spices. This recipe, known as Omas Beste Frikadellen, is drawn straight from German grandma's (or Oma, as they're fondly called) kitchen and promises to take you on a culinary journey to this vibrant European nation.
Ingredients:
- 500g of Ground Pork
- 1 Onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove of Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of Mustard
- 1 Egg
- 50g of Bread Crumbs
- 2 tablespoons of Fresh Parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon of Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of Pepper
- 2 tablespoons of Vegetable Oil, for pan-frying
Preparation:
- Prepare the Base: Begin by combining the ground pork, chopped onion, minced garlic, mustard, egg, bread crumbs, parsley, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix the ingredients thoroughly to ensure they're evenly distributed. Once done, shape the mixture into round patties, each about 1 inch thick.
- Next, heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the Frikadellen patties, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook the patties for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until they're browned to your liking and fully cooked through.
- Serve and Garnish: Once the Frikadellen patties are cooked to perfection, drain them on paper towels to remove any excess oil. To serve, you can garnish them with extra chopped parsley if desired, or serve alongside pickles, mustard, and a hearty German potato salad.
Tip:
Adding a few cubes of ice to the frying pan while cooking can help to keep the Frikadellen moist and juicy. Also, leaving the patties to rest for a few minutes before serving allows flavors to intensify – giving Omas Beste Frikadellen that distinct, mouthwatering flavor.
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