Description
Classic German pan-fried meat patties made tender with soaked bread and simple seasonings. These juicy, flavorful Frikadellen are quick to prepare and pair well with potatoes, salads, or bread rolls.
Ingredients
1 kaiser roll, soaked in water and squeezed dry
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp ground mustard
1 tsp smoked sweet paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4–1/2 cup breadcrumbs, as needed
1 lb (450 g) ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Soak the kaiser roll in water until soft, then squeeze out the excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, whisk the egg and add the ground beef, chopped onion, Worcestershire sauce, ground mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Crumble in the softened roll and mix until combined. If the mixture is too wet, add breadcrumbs gradually until it holds its shape while remaining tender.
- Shape the mixture into flattened patties. For a crispier crust, lightly coat each patty in breadcrumbs.
- Heat the vegetable oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the patties for 4–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer the Frikadellen to a plate and let them rest briefly before serving.
Notes
Add fresh parsley for a brighter flavor.
Use hot paprika or chili flakes for a spicier version.
Swap the soaked roll for soft breadcrumbs if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
