Spicy Speculaar Dutch Meatballs

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 11
Spicy Speculaar Dutch Meatballs
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 slices thin bacon
3 speculaas ( cookies )
400 g ground beef
1 1/2 teaspoons spices ( speculaas )
3 tablespoons ketjap manis ( not sure if you have a name for this in English but it 's an Indonesian sweet soya sauce )
1 tablespoon sambal bajak , hot Indonesian sauce made from chile
1 tablespoon butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
450
Sugar
3g
Fat
34g
Spicy Speculaar Dutch Meatballs are a traditional Dutch dish that packs a punch of flavor. These meatballs are made with ground beef mixed with spicy speculaas cookies, bacon, and Indonesian sauces like ketjap manis and sambal bajak. The result is a dish that is both savory and sweet, with a spicy kick. This recipe is perfect for those who love bold flavors and want a quick and easy dinner option.

Instructions

1.In a food processor, pulse the bacon and speculaas cookies until finely ground.
2.In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bacon mixture, spices, ketjap manis, and sambal bajak. Mix well.
3.Shape the mixture into small balls.
4.In a large pan, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
5.Serve hot with your favorite side dish.

PROS

These meatballs are packed with flavor and spice, perfect for those who love bold flavors.

Quick and easy to make, this recipe is ideal for a weeknight dinner.

CONS

The sambal bajak may be too spicy for some people, so adjust the amount to your liking.

This dish can be high in fat due to the use of bacon and ground beef.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the healthiest option due to its high fat content, it does provide a good source of protein.
The spices used in this recipe, especially the speculaas, can provide anti-inflammatory benefits and aid in digestion.

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