Main Course

Fleischpflanzerl (German Meat Patties)

Name: Fleischpflanzerl (German Meat Patties)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: german
Ingredients: 250 g ground beef; 250 g ground pork; 1 pcs yellow onion finely chopped; 1 pcs egg; 0.5 cup bread crumb; 0.25 cup milk; 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped; 1 tsp dijon mustard; 1 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground; 2 tbsp vegetable oil

These traditional German meat patties are a delicious and comforting main course. Made with a blend of ground meats and seasoned simply, they are pan-fried to a golden brown perfection. Serve them with potatoes and a fresh salad for a complete meal.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 45 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Medium
Per serving: 482 kcal

Allergen information: may contain eggs, gluten, milk, mustard, and sulphites. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

250 gground beef
250 gground pork
1 pcsyellow onion, finely chopped
1 pcsegg
0.5 cupbread crumb
0.25 cupmilk
2 tbspfresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tspdijon mustard
1 tspsalt
0.5 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
2 tbspvegetable oil

Equipment

large bowl · spatula · skillet

The method

Step by step

1
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, and chopped yellow onion.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the onion is very finely chopped for best texture.
2
Add the egg, bread crumbs, milk, fresh parsley, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture.
About 1 min
3
Mix all ingredients thoroughly by hand until just combined; do not overmix, as this can make the patties tough.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Mixing with your hands is best for even distribution and preventing overmixing.
4
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a flat, round patty, about 1 inch thick.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Wet your hands slightly to prevent the meat from sticking.
5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: The oil should shimmer but not smoke when it's hot enough.
6
Carefully place the patties into the hot skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
About 1 min
7
Cook the Fleischpflanzerl for 6-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
About 16 min
Cook’s note: The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C) for ground meat.
8
Remove the cooked patties from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess fat.
About 1 min
9
Serve hot with your favorite side dishes.
Cook’s note: Traditional accompaniments include potato salad, mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad.

Per serving

Nutrition

48%Score

Calories: 481.8kcal
Protein: 26g
Carbs: 15.1g
Fat: 35.1g
Fibre: 1.7g
Sugar: 3.1g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover Fleischpflanzerl in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat or in the oven until warmed through.