Best 5 Gehakt Ballen Dutch Meatballs Recipes

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Gehakt ballen, or Dutch meatballs, are a classic Dutch comfort food that is easy to make and a crowd-pleaser. Made with a combination of ground beef, pork, and veal, gehakt ballen are typically seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices, including nutmeg, mace, and cloves. They are traditionally served with mashed potatoes, gravy, and vegetables, and can be enjoyed as a main course or a hearty snack. With so many variations on the classic recipe, there's sure to be a gehakt ballen that everyone will love.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GEHAKT BALLEN (DUTCH MEATBALLS)



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These are really delicious and easy to make. Serve with potatoes.

Provided by Glenda Morrison de Kruif

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Dutch

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground meatloaf mix (beef, pork veal)
4 slices white bread
⅓ cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon freshly grated nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cloves
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup butter
2 cups water
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Place meatloaf mix in a large mixing bowl; crumble bread over meat and knead with hands to combine. Add milk and egg to meat mixture. Knead onion, nutmeg, cloves, salt, and pepper into meat mixture until well-combined. Form mixture into six equal-sized balls.
  • Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook and stir meatballs in hot butter until browned on all sides, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir water, tomatoes, beef broth, and onion soup mix into Dutch oven; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until meatballs are tender and cooked through, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.3 calories, Carbohydrate 24.4 g, Cholesterol 168.6 mg, Fat 36.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 20.2 g, Sodium 1547.5 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

GEHAKTBALLEN: DUTCH MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Gehaktballen: Dutch meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Carol H

Categories     Pork

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup lean ground beef
1 egg
2 slices white bread, crusts removed
1 small onion, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon mace, ground
1/2 teaspoon pepper, ground
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup water or 1/2 cup beef stock
to taste ketjap manis or maggi seasoning

Steps:

  • Mix the meat with the egg, bread, onion, salt and spices and form 4-5 meatballs.
  • Chill for about 30 minutes.
  • Make into 4-6 meatballs.
  • Heat the butter and brown the meatballs for about 15 minutes, turning them a couple of times.
  • Reduce the heat to simmer and cook the meatballs for another 15 minutes, turning a few times.
  • Remove the meatballs, add the water or beef stock and bring to a high heat. Add a little ketjap manis or Maggi seasoning to the mixture and you will have a lovely gravy to serve with the meatballs.
  • NOTES : Some people coat the meatballs with breadcrumbs before frying.
  • We soak the bread in a bit of milk, and then press out the milk from the bread before adding to the ground beef.
  • We almost always use just the ground beef, and it is very good.
  • This is good served with homefries and lots of mayonnaise.

GEHAKTBALLEN (DUTCH MEATBALLS)



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Provided by yikes_edoc

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup lean ground beef
1 cup lean ground pork
1 egg
2 slices white bread, crusts removed
1 small onion, minced
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground mace
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup water or beef stock
ketjap manis or Maggi seasoning to taste

Steps:

  • Mix the meat with the egg, bread, onion, salt and spices and form 4-5 meatballs. Chill for about 30 minutes. Make into 4-6 meatballs. Heat the butter and brown the meatballs for about 15 minutes, turning them a couple of times. Reduce the heat to simmer and cook the meatballs for another 15 minutes, turning a few times. Remove the meatballs, add the water or beef stock and bring to a high heat. Add a little ketjap manis or Maggi seasoning to the mixture and you will have a lovely gravy to serve with the meatballs. cook's notes Some people coat the meatballs with breadcrumbs before frying. We soak the bread in a bit of milk, and then press out the milk from the bread before adding to the ground beef. We almost always use just the ground beef, and it is very good. This is good served with homefries and lots of mayonnaise.

Nutrition Facts :

DUTCH MEATBALLS (BITTERBALLEN)



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I host an annual Christmas party for some friends, and one year, I made a dish from each person's background, including these Dutch meatballs with a crispy coating. Talk about a hit! -Tracey Rosato, Markham, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup beef broth
1 beef top sirloin steak (3/4 pound), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/3 cups dry bread crumbs
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon 2% milk
1 teaspoon canola oil
Oil for deep-fat frying
Stone-ground mustard, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add broth; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Carefully add meat and parsley; cook and stir for 2-5 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. Stir in the salt, nutmeg and pepper. Transfer to a bowl; refrigerate for 3-4 hours or until chilled., Place bread crumbs in a small shallow bowl. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk and oil. Drop meat mixture by tablespoonfuls into bread crumbs; shape into balls. Dip meatballs in egg mixture, then coat again with crumbs. In an electric skillet or a deep fryer, heat oil to 375°., Fry meatballs, a few at a time, for 2-4 minutes or until golden brown on all sides. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with mustard if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 88mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GEHAKT BALLEN (DUTCH MEATBALLS)



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These are really delicious and easy to make. Serve with potatoes.

Provided by Glenda Morrison de Kruif

Categories     Dutch Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground meatloaf mix (beef, pork veal)
4 slices white bread
⅓ cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon freshly grated nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cloves
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup butter
2 cups water
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Place meatloaf mix in a large mixing bowl; crumble bread over meat and knead with hands to combine. Add milk and egg to meat mixture. Knead onion, nutmeg, cloves, salt, and pepper into meat mixture until well-combined. Form mixture into six equal-sized balls.
  • Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook and stir meatballs in hot butter until browned on all sides, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir water, tomatoes, beef broth, and onion soup mix into Dutch oven; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until meatballs are tender and cooked through, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.3 calories, Carbohydrate 24.4 g, Cholesterol 168.6 mg, Fat 36.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 20.2 g, Sodium 1547.5 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your meatballs.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
  • Gently shape the meatballs. Don't pack them too tightly.
  • Cook the meatballs over medium heat. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Baste the meatballs with the sauce while they are cooking. This will help them stay moist and flavorful.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce. Some popular choices include tomato sauce, gravy, or mushroom sauce.

Conclusion:

Gehaktballen, or Dutch meatballs, are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are perfect for a weeknight meal, a party appetizer, or a special occasion dinner. With a few simple tips, you can make gehaktballen that are sure to impress your family and friends. So what are you waiting for? Get cooking!

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