Bitterballen Brew
Bitterballen Brew is a delicious and savory Dutch snack made with a crispy breadcrumb coating and a creamy beef filling.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Vegetable oil - For frying
- Breadcrumbs - 2 cups
- Egg - 2, beaten
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Nutmeg - 1/4 teaspoon
- Dijon mustard - 1 tablespoon
- Milk - 1 cup
- Beef broth - 1 cup
- All-purpose flour - 3 tablespoons
- Beef - 1 pound, cooked and shredded
- Onion - 1, finely chopped
- Butter - 3 tablespoons
Let's Get Started
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked and shredded beef to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Sprinkle the flour over the beef mixture and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually pour in the beef broth and milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Add the Dijon mustard, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a bowl and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, shape the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Dip each ball into the beaten eggs, then roll in breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the bitterballen in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Sugar: 1g