Description
Bitterballen are delightful Dutch snacks that offer a perfect blend of crispy exteriors and creamy beef ragout filling. Ideal for parties or cozy nights, these golden bites are sure to impress your guests with their rich flavors and satisfying crunch. Easy to prepare and customizable, they evoke fond memories and laughter with every bite. Serve them hot with a tangy dipping sauce, and watch them disappear quickly!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef chuck roast
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the beef chuck roast in a slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours until fork-tender. Shred the beef.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then stir in flour to form a roux (3-4 minutes).
- Gradually whisk in beef broth until the mixture thickens (about 5 minutes). Stir in shredded beef, nutmeg, salt, and pepper; cool completely.
- Form small balls from the mixture, dip each into beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan until shimmering (350°F). Fry Bitterballen in batches until golden brown (3-4 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Dutch
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pieces (90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 85mg