Dutch-Style Beef Croquettes (Bitterballen-Inspired) with Mustard
Netherlands · Beef · No. 419

Dutch-Style Beef Croquettes (Bitterballen-Inspired) with Mustard

A single portion of Dutch cooking, ready in 19 minutes with 9 minutes of prep. Written for one, so there is nothing to halve and nothing to waste.

Prep
9 min
Cook
10 min
Total
19 min
Serves
1

Method

  1. 1

    Melt the butter in a small pan, stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute to make a roux.

  2. 2

    Gradually whisk in the stock until smooth and thick, then stir in the chopped beef, mustard and nutmeg. Cook for 2–3 minutes until very thick.

  3. 3

    Spread the mixture onto a plate and chill in the freezer for 15 minutes until firm enough to shape.

  4. 4

    Roll into 4–5 balls, dip each in beaten egg then breadcrumbs.

  5. 5

    Taste and adjust the seasoning.

  6. 6

    Heat the oil in a pan and fry the croquettes for 3–4 minutes, turning, until deep golden and crisp. Serve hot with mustard.

Nothing left over: everything this recipe opens gets used.

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