German Frikadellen Patties (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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450g (1 pound) of minced beef, or a combination of beef and pork
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1 small finely chopped onion
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1 minced garlic clove
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1 large egg
→ Dairy & Bread
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1 piece of old white bread
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4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) milk
→ Herbs & Spices
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1 teaspoon mustard (Dijon or regular)
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A teaspoon of salt
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Half a teaspoon of ground pepper
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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A pinch of ground marjoram (optional)
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1 tablespoon of freshly chopped parsley
→ Cooking Needs
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2 tablespoons butter or oil for frying
# Instructions:
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Soak your stale bread slice in milk for a good 5 minutes. Once it’s soft, squeeze the bread gently to remove the extra milk, then tear it into little bits. This goes aside for now; it’ll make the patties juicy.
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Put the minced meat, onion, garlic, egg, bread mixture, mustard, and the list of spices (salt, black pepper, paprika, marjoram if you'd like, and parsley) into a big bowl. Stir gently until everything's mixed—don’t overdo it, so the texture stays tender.
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Using your hands, separate the meat mix into portions (4 to 6, depending on how big you want them). Shape each one into an oval patty about 1/2 inch thick. Think of them as longer-than-usual burgers.
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Warm oil or butter in a wide frying pan over medium heat. Drop in the patties and cook them for about 4-5 minutes per side. You're looking for a lovely golden brown outside and meat that’s cooked through (internal temp should hit 160°F/71°C).
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Serve these patties while they’re still hot. They pair perfectly with mashed potatoes, crusty bread, or a tangy potato salad.
# Notes:
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These German-style patties taste amazing when chilled and stuffed into sandwiches with mustard or pickles.
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If you want to kick it up a notch, add a tiny amount of nutmeg or a pinch of cayenne to the mixture.
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Don’t like frying? Use a lined baking tray at 375°F (190°C). Bake them for 25 minutes, flipping once halfway.