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Dutch Bitterballen with Spicy Sauce

Crispy deep-fried meatballs served with a spicy sauce, a popular variation of the traditional bitterballen.

35 minutes4 servings
Dutch Bitterballen with Spicy Sauce
Photo: www.snack-nieuws.nl · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a bowl, mix ground beef, onion, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add breadcrumbs and egg, and mix well.
  3. Form the mixture into 16 small meatballs.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot.
  5. Fry the meatballs until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix ketchup, hot sauce, and mustard.
  7. Serve the bitterballen with the spicy sauce.
  8. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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