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Crispy Pork Frikadellen with Tomato & Onion Salad

German-style fried pork patties with a soft, seasoned center and crispy golden exterior, served alongside fresh sliced tomatoes and red onions for bright contrast. Ready in under 25 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
28g
Crispy Pork Frikadellen with Tomato & Onion Salad
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix ground pork, flour, egg, minced onion, mustard, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper in a bowl until just combined.

  2. Step 2

    Form mixture into 8 patties (about 2 oz each), each roughly 2.5 inches wide and 0.75 inches thick.

  3. Step 3

    Heat 3 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  4. Step 4

    Pan-fry patties in two batches, 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.

  5. Step 5

    Slice tomatoes and red onion thin. Toss with 1 tbsp oil, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley.

  6. Step 6

    Serve frikadellen hot alongside the fresh tomato and onion salad.

Tools you’ll need

  • large mixing bowl
  • 12-inch skillet
  • spatula

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