Brazilian recipe
Homemade ground beef bites: savory snack (Bolinho de carne)
Whip up juicy, crispy ground beef bites that are perfect for snacking. This traditional recipe uses authentic Brazilian seasonings for a crowd-pleasing result.
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Ingredients
2 to 3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 large egg
Vegetable oil for deep-frying
Salt to taste
2 to 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour (or as needed to bind)
500g ground beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped or grated
Black pepper to taste
1/2 tomato, deseeded and chopped (optional)
Fresh coriander or parsley, chopped to taste
1 large egg
Vegetable oil for deep-frying
Salt to taste
2 to 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour (or as needed to bind)
500g ground beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped or grated
Black pepper to taste
1/2 tomato, deseeded and chopped (optional)
Fresh coriander or parsley, chopped to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh ground beef and aromatics like garlic and onions at your local market or butchery. For the best result, use fresh herbs available at any open-air market or grocery store produce section. Any high-smoke point vegetable oil works perfectly for deep-frying.
Preparation method
- Place the ground beef in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the onion, garlic, tomato (if using), coriander or parsley, salt, and black pepper to the beef.
- Mix all the seasonings into the meat thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of flavor.
- Add the egg and 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour to the mixture.
- Continue mixing until you achieve a consistent dough that can be shaped.
- If the mixture feels too moist and difficult to shape, gradually add more flour until it is firm and no longer sticks to your hands.
- Form the mixture into small rounds or slightly flattened ovals, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking.
- Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a deep pot or heavy-bottomed frying pan over medium heat.
- To test the oil temperature, carefully drop a small piece of the mixture into the oil.
- If the dough piece rises to the surface and bubbles steadily, the oil is at the ideal temperature.
- Deep-fry the bites in batches over medium heat until they are golden brown on the outside and cooked through.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain the oil temperature and ensure the crust remains crispy.
- Remove the fried bites and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil before serving.
Observations
Ground beef bites are a beloved snack in Brazilian cuisine, perfect for gatherings, backyard barbecues, or just a casual afternoon treat.
This recipe features high-quality ground beef seasoned with fresh ingredients like onions, garlic, and coriander or parsley to ensure an authentic and bold flavor profile.
The process is straightforward, yielding bites that are tender on the inside with a satisfying, crispy exterior after frying. They make an excellent appetizer or a savory accompaniment to your favorite beverage.
With simple steps and accessible ingredients, you can easily prepare these tasty bites at home.
This recipe features high-quality ground beef seasoned with fresh ingredients like onions, garlic, and coriander or parsley to ensure an authentic and bold flavor profile.
The process is straightforward, yielding bites that are tender on the inside with a satisfying, crispy exterior after frying. They make an excellent appetizer or a savory accompaniment to your favorite beverage.
With simple steps and accessible ingredients, you can easily prepare these tasty bites at home.
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