Delicious Fleischkuechle Recipe

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Delicious Fleischkuechle Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 13, 2023

Fleischkuechle, also known as flesh keek-luh, is a traditional German dish that is popular in American cuisine. These meat-filled savory pancakes are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even as a main course for dinner. With a crispy exterior and a juicy meaty filling, fleischkuechle is a crowd-pleasing dish that will satisfy your taste buds. This recipe takes you through the step-by-step process of making this delicious dish in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Directions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, diced onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Pour this mixture into the ground beef mixture and mix thoroughly.
  3. In another bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Gradually add this dry mixture to the ground beef mixture, stirring until a thick batter forms.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Scoop spoonfuls of the batter into the skillet, using approximately 1/4 cup for each fleischkuechle. Flatten the batter with the back of the spoon to form round pancakes.
  6. Fry the fleischkuechle for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Remove the fleischkuechle from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.
  8. Serve the fleischkuechle hot with your favorite dipping sauce or condiments.

Interesting Facts

  • Fleischkuechle has its roots in the German community and is a popular dish in regions like the Midwest and Texas.
  • The name 'fleischkuechle' translates to 'meat cake' in German, describing the meat-filled pancakes.
  • In Germany, a similar dish called 'frikadelle' is often made with ground pork or a mixture of pork and beef.
  • Fleischkuechle can be enjoyed plain or with various toppings such as ketchup, mustard, or sour cream.