Merken Classic German-style meatballs, juicy and savory, pan-fried to golden perfection. Perfect for a hearty meal with potatoes or salad.
This recipe reminds me of cozy family dinners where everyone eagerly awaits the warm and hearty Frikadellen on their plate.
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Ingredients
- Meats: 500 g (1.1 lbs) ground beef (or half beef, half pork)
- Binder & Dairy: 1 large egg, 60 ml (1/4 cup) milk, 2 slices white bread (crusts removed)
- Vegetables & Aromatics: 1 small onion, finely chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Seasonings: 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, 1/2 tsp paprika (sweet), 1/2 tsp dried marjoram (optional)
- For Frying: 2–3 tbsp neutral oil (e.g., sunflower or canola)
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- Tear the bread into small pieces and soak in milk for 5 minutes, then squeeze out excess milk.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, soaked bread, egg, onion, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, paprika, and marjoram. Mix gently until just combined; do not overwork.
- Step 3:
- With wet hands, form the mixture into 8–10 flattened meatballs (about 2 cm/0.8 in thick).
- Step 4:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Frikadellen and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Step 5:
- Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Serve hot with mustard, potatoes, or salad.
Merken Making these meatballs always brings back fond memories of family cooking time on weekends.
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Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, skillet or frying pan, spatula, knife and chopping board
Allergen Information
Contains eggs, milk, wheat (bread). Use gluten-free bread if needed and always check ingredient labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 320 calories, 19 g fat, 8 g carbohydrates, 28 g protein.
Merken 
Enjoy these classic German meatballs as a comforting and satisfying meal any day of the week.
Fragen & Antworten zum Rezept
- → Wie forme ich die Frikadellen richtig?
Mit angefeuchteten Händen die Fleischmasse zu flachen Bällchen formen, etwa 2 cm dick, um ein gleichmäßiges Garen zu gewährleisten.
- → Welches Öl eignet sich zum Braten am besten?
Neutrales Öl wie Sonnenblumen- oder Rapsöl eignet sich gut, da es die Frikadellen gleichmäßig brät, ohne den Geschmack zu verfälschen.
- → Wie verhindere ich, dass die Frikadellen trocken werden?
Die Zugabe von eingeweichtem Brot und Milch sorgt für Feuchtigkeit, und das nicht zu starke Mischen bewahrt die Saftigkeit.
- → Kann ich die Gewürze anpassen?
Ja, Paprika, Majoran und frische Kräuter wie Petersilie können nach Geschmack variiert oder ergänzt werden.
- → Wie lange werden die Frikadellen gebraten?
Je Seite ca. 4–5 Minuten bei mittlerer Hitze, bis sie goldbraun und durchgegart sind.
- → Welche Beilagen passen dazu?
Klassisch eignen sich Kartoffeln, Kartoffelsalat oder ein frischer grüner Salat als Begleitung.
