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Homemade Bitterballen

simplywanderfull
A Dutch snack that is packed with flavour and a delicious honey mustard dip!
5 from 3 votes

Ingredients
  

For The Bitterballen

  • * 1 pound beef brisket finely shredded
  • * 1 cup beef broth
  • * 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • * 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • * 1 small onion finely chopped
  • * 2 cloves garlic minced
  • * 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • * Salt and black pepper to taste
  • * 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

For The Breading

  • * 3 eggs beaten
  • * 1 cup fine breadcrumbs
  • * 2 tablespoons milk
  • * Oil for frying

For The Honey Mustard Dip

  • * 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • * 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • * 1 teaspoon honey
  • * Pinch of salt

Instructions
 

Instructions For Bitterballen

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until soft and translucent.
  • Gradually stir in flour to form a roux. Slowly add beef broth, stirring continuously to prevent lumps, until the mixture thickens.
  • Add shredded beef, nutmeg, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
  • Refrigerate the mixture for at least 3 hours until firm.
  • Shape the chilled mixture into small balls (about 1 tablespoon each).
  • In a small bowl, whisk eggs and milk together.
  • Dip each ball into the egg mixture, then roll in breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
  • Refrigerate the breaded balls for 1 hour.
  • Heat oil in a deep fryer or pot to 350°F (175°C).
  • Fry the Bitterballen in small batches for 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Instructions For The Honey Mustard Dip

  • Mix all ingredients in a small bowl until well combined.
  • Serve alongside the hot Bitterballen.

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