Authentic Fricadelle with Beer – A Belgian Classic !
Everyone has heard of it, but few know what’s really inside – today, let’s talk about the famous fricadelle! While the legendary Claudy Focan in Dikkenek had his own (questionable) theory about its ingredients, the true recipe remains a mystery.
But don’t worry! We’re here to offer you a delicious homemade version, enhanced with a generous splash of Belgian beer.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 250g minced beef (or a mix of pork and chicken, according to preference)
- 250g minced veal
- 1 slice of bread
- 1 egg
- 3 shallots, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 sprigs parsley, chopped
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 50g butter
- 1 33cl bottle of Belgian beer (Chimay Blue, Westmalle, Rochefort, Stella Artois or your favorite)
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 pinch each of paprika, nutmeg, and cinnamon
How to Make Fricadelle with Beer
1️⃣ Prepare the bread: Soak the slice of bread in a little beer, then crumble it.
2️⃣ Chop the aromatics: Finely chop the shallots, garlic, parsley, and onion.
3️⃣ Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the minced meats, egg, crumbled bread, salt, pepper, and chopped aromatics.
4️⃣ Shape the fricadelles: Add the flour, mix well, and shape into small sausages or meatballs.
5️⃣ Cook with beer: Melt the butter in a frying pan, brown the fricadelles, then pour in the beer. Occasionally baste them with the sauce as they cook.
6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy: Pair your homemade fricadelle with crispy fries, classic sauces like mustard, mayonnaise, or ketchup, and of course, a Belgian dark beer – a must for authenticity!
Love Belgian & Northern French Cuisine?
If you enjoy regional specialties, why not try endives au gratin, Maroilles cheese, or a traditional Welsh? These rich, flavorful dishes pair perfectly with a cold lager and will leave a lasting impression!
⚠ ALCOHOL ABUSE IS DANGEROUS FOR YOUR HEALTH. DRINK RESPONSIBLY.
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