German Beef Patties (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meat & Basics
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450g (1 lb) of a beef-pork blend or just beef, ground up
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1 small onion diced into tiny bits
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1 minced garlic clove
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1 whole egg
→ Breading
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A slice of stale bread
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60ml (1/4 cup) milk
→ Seasonings
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1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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1 tsp of mustard (yellow or Dijon)
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp paprika
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1/2 tsp marjoram (optional)
→ For Cooking
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2 tbsp butter or oil
# Instructions:
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Soak the bread in milk for about 5 minutes. Then squeeze out the extra liquid and break it into crumbs.
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Put the ground meat, crumbled bread, onion, garlic, egg, mustard, and all the spices into a bowl. Mix gently but don't go overboard or the patties will feel dense.
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Take the mixture and divide it into 4 to 6 bits. Mold each into an oval shape about a half-inch thick.
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Heat butter or oil over medium heat in a big pan. Cook the patties for 4–5 minutes on each side until nice and golden, and the inside hits 71°C (160°F).
# Notes:
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A pinch of nutmeg or cayenne can kick the flavor up a notch.
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Chilled leftovers make awesome sandwiches with pickles or mustard.
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You can bake these at 190°C (375°F) for 25 mins, flipping halfway.