Anize's Bitterballen - Dutch Croquettes (12)

"I don’t think there’s anything I miss more about living in the Netherlands than Bitterballen! My Dutch partner misses them even more than I do, which is what inspired me to learn how to make them. After countless experiments and tweaks, I’m really proud of this recipe - it might even be better than some of the Bitterballen we’ve had back in the Netherlands!"

If you've never had them, Bitterballen are Dutch deep-fried snacks, similar to croquettes. They are round, bite-sized and filled with slow cooked beef, rolled into balls, coated in breadcrumbs, and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown.

They are typically served as a bar snack in the Netherlands, often accompanied by mustard for dipping and enjoyed with a cold beer. They are undeniably addictive!

Made with ❤️ by Anize

• ABOUT YOUR MEAL
• ABOUT YOUR COOK

• 🍴 12 Bitterballen per serve

  Preparation:

  Step 1 - Cook from frozen, best deep fried.

  Step 2 - Heat oil to 180 degrees and place bitterballen into oil, turning and cooking until golden brown - approximately 5-6 minutes.

  Step 3 - Remove from oil and drain

  🥄 Best serves with Dijon mustard on the side

  Ingredients: Beef, carrots, onion, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, red wine (sulphites), butter (milk), flour (gluten), beef stock, cream (milk), eggs, gelatine, nutmeg, mustard, parsley, salt, breadcrumbs (gluten).

  Contains: Sulphites, milk, gluten, eggs

  
  

• I’m a home cook with a love for hearty, comforting dishes! There’s nothing I enjoy more than spending a Sunday in the kitchen, letting something simmer away on the stove and taking my time to put together a meal. I love experimenting with new recipes, or taking simple dishes and refining them, spending time learning new techniques and sourcing the right ingredients to elevate a simple dish.

  For three years, I lived in Amsterdam with my Dutch partner, and it was there that I was introduced tobitterballen,the Dutch version of a croquette. These golden, crispy bites are filled with a rich, slow-cooked pulled beef and roux centre, coated in a crunchy panko breadcrumb crust, and served with tangy mustard on the side. They’re the ultimate beer snack, and you’ll be sure to find them on the menu at any bar in the Netherlands.

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