German Style Hamburgers

Elevate your burger game with these hearty German-Style Hamburgers, also known as Frikadellen, a delicious blend of ground beef and pork infused with finely chopped onion, garlic, and aromatic parsley. These patties are seasoned with a touch of Dijon mustard, paprika, and black pepper, creating a flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, these golden-brown skillet-cooked hamburgers come together beautifully, offering a tender texture thanks to the addition of breadcrumbs and milk. Serve them with classic German sides like potato salad, buttery mashed potatoes, or a crusty bread roll for a comforting and satisfying meal. Simple, versatile, and bursting with flavor, this recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Ground beef
• 250 grams Ground pork
• 1 medium (finely chopped) Yellow onion
• 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 1 large Egg
• 50 grams Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, milk, and chopped parsley to the meat mixture.

Step 3

Season the mixture with Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 4

Using your hands, thoroughly mix all the ingredients until well combined but do not overwork the mixture.

Step 5

Shape the mixture into 4-6 patties, depending on your preferred size.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 7

Place the patties in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and fully cooked. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (70°C).

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the patties from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve the Frikadellen with your choice of sides such as potato salad, mashed potatoes, or a crusty bread roll. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	800.5 grams (800.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1902

Total Fat 134.90g	173%
Saturated Fat 43.70g	219%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.80g
Cholesterol 624mg	208%
Sodium 3731mg	162%
Total Carbohydrate 55.10g	20%
Dietary Fiber 4.80g	17%
Total Sugars 10.10g
Protein 123.10g	246%

Vitamin D 67IU	334%
Calcium 230mg	18%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 1003mg	21%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.0%

Protein: 25.6%

Carbs: 11.4%