German Frikadellen with Crispy Bacon & Toasted Buns
Tender German-style pork patties seared until golden, served on toasted buns with crispy bacon strips. Complete weeknight dinner in 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 625
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork
- ½ medium onion, finely diced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 6 strips bacon strips
- 2 buns burger buns
Instructions
- 1
Combine ground pork, diced onion, flour, egg, 1 tsp salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix gently until just combined—don't overmix.
- 2
Form into 4 patties about 3/4-inch thick. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 3
Sear patties 4 minutes per side without moving until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
- 4
In the same skillet, cook bacon until crispy, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel.
- 5
Lightly toast bun halves in the skillet 1 minute until golden.
- 6
Assemble: place patty on each bun bottom, top with bacon strips and bun lid. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large bowl
- 12-inch skillet
- spatula
- paper towels
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