Dutch · Netherlands
Modern Bitterballen with Herb Cream
A contemporary take on the classic Dutch bitterballen with a herbed cream sauce for added flavor.
50 minutes4 servings

Ingredients
Method
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, pork, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix heavy cream, parsley, and dill.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the meatballs in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with the herb cream on the side.
- Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.





