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Traditional Dutch Bitterballen

A classic Dutch snack of crispy, deep-fried meatballs, often served with a side of mustard.

30 minutes4 servings
Traditional Dutch Bitterballen
Photo: Globered13 · Public domain

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, pork, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix well.
  2. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Fry the meatballs in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
  5. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Serve warm with whole grain mustard on the side.
  7. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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