Bitterballen

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  • Prep Time

    30 mins

  • Cook Time

    30 mins

  • Additional Time

    6 hrs

  • Total Time

    6 hrs 50 mins

  • Servings

    50 Bitterballen

  • Course

    Appetizer

  • Cuisine

    Dutch

Bitterballen

A recipe for Bitterballen! These crisp, breadcrumb-coated fried rounds are filled with a creamy meat gravy and served with mustard.

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Ingredients

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Filling:

  • 10 tablespoons (142 grams) unsalted butter
  • 1 1/4 cups (156 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 3 1/2 cups (830 milliliters) beef broth
  • 1/2 onion peeled and very finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup (6 grams) fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 pound (450 grams) finely shredded, cooked beef brisket or chuck roast
  • 1-1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

Bitterballen:

  • 1 cup (125 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups (240 grams) plain, unseasoned bread crumbs
  • vegetable oil for deep-frying
  • mustard for serving
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Instructions

To make the filling:

  1. In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Once melted, slowly stir in the flour and continue to cook, stirring constantly, to form a paste.
  3. Once lightly golden, slowly whisk in the beef broth.
  4. Reduce heat to medium low and continue to cook, stirring, until the mixture has thickened.
  5. Stir in the onion, parsley, and shredded beef.
  6. Season with the salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Adjust seasonings as desired.
  7. Transfer the mixture to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 6 hours to overnight, until thoroughly chilled.

To assemble:

  1. Once ready to serve, fill a pot or deep fryer with 3-4 inches (8-10 centimeters) of vegetable oil and heat the oil to 375˚F (190˚C).
  2. Place a large plate nearby and cover with a towel.
  3. Place the flour in a wide, shallow bowl.
  4. In another bowl, beat together the eggs.
  5. In a third bowl, add the bread crumbs.
  6. Place another plate nearby.
  7. Scoop out a tablespoon of the thickened filling and form into a ball. Coat in the flour, then thoroughly in the egg, allowing any excess to drip off. Finish by completely coating in the breadcrumbs. Place on the plate and repeat with another 4-5 pieces.
  8. Gently add the formed Bitterballen to the heated oil and fry, turning occasionally, until golden and heated through.
  9. Use a slotted spoon to remove the golden Bitterballen to the towel-lined plate.
  10. Repeat with the remaining beef mixture, coating in the flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs, then frying until golden.
  11. Serve the Bitterballen while still warm with mustard for dipping.
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