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German-Style Frikadellen (Hamburger Patties)

German-Style Frikadellen (Hamburger Patties) are tender, pan-seared meat cakes with a juicy blend of beef and pork, lifted by onion, parsley, and a gentle heat from Hungarian paprika. They’re hearty and comforting with a crisp exterior, perfect for a casual weeknight dinner or a weekend lunch alongside potatoes, mustard, and a simple salad.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook10 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
German-Style Frikadellen (Hamburger Patties)
  1. 1

    Soak the kaiser roll in a medium bowl of water for 10 minutes. Drain it, squeeze out the excess water, and crumble it into a large bowl.

  2. 2

    Add the ground meats, the onion, the parsley, the egg, the paprika, the salt, and the black pepper to the crumbled roll; mix until well combined. Shape the mixture into large, flattened meatballs.

  3. 3

    Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Fry the meatballs in the hot skillet until browned and no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a patty should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

About This Recipe

German Style Frikadellen (Hamburger Patties) is a German dinner recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Eggs, Fresh Parsley, Ground Beef, and Ground Pork. Each serving provides about 373.56 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is German-Style Frikadellen (Hamburger Patties)?
It is a German recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is German-Style Frikadellen (Hamburger Patties) made of?
The main ingredients are Eggs, Fresh Parsley, Ground Beef, Ground Pork, Hot Paprika. The full list of 8 is above.
What goes well with German-Style Frikadellen (Hamburger Patties)?
Explore these German side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make German-Style Frikadellen (Hamburger Patties)?
About 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 373.56 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is German-Style Frikadellen (Hamburger Patties) easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 3 steps.

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