Brazilian recipe
Homemade Brazilian beef fritters (bolinho de carne)
Whip up these juicy, crispy beef fritters—the perfect snack or party bite. A simple, classic recipe packed with authentic Brazilian seasonings that everyone will love.
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Ingredients
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
1 egg
Cooking oil, for frying
Salt, to taste
2 to 3 tablespoons plain flour (or until the mixture binds)
500g minced beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped or grated
Black pepper, to taste
1/2 tomato, deseeded and chopped (optional)
Coriander or flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped, to taste
1 egg
Cooking oil, for frying
Salt, to taste
2 to 3 tablespoons plain flour (or until the mixture binds)
500g minced beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped or grated
Black pepper, to taste
1/2 tomato, deseeded and chopped (optional)
Coriander or flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped, to taste
Where to find ingredients
Minced beef can be easily found at any local butcher or supermarket meat counter; look for a medium-fat mince for the best flavour. Garlic, onions, tomatoes, and fresh herbs (coriander or parsley) are standard produce items available in any grocery market. Plain flour is a basic pantry staple found in the baking aisle of any local shop. For oil, any neutral cooking oil with a high smoke point, such as vegetable or sunflower oil, works perfectly for deep-frying.
Preparation method
- Place the minced beef in a large mixing bowl
- Add the onion, garlic, tomato (if using), coriander or parsley, salt, and black pepper to the meat
- Mix everything together thoroughly to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout
- Add the egg and 2 tablespoons of plain flour to the mixture
- Mix well again until you have a dough that is easy to shape
- If the mixture feels too wet and difficult to handle, add a little more flour gradually until it becomes firm and doesn't stick to your hands
- Shape into small balls or slightly flattened patties, making sure they are similar in size so they cook evenly
- Heat a generous amount of oil in a deep pan or heavy-bottomed frying pan over medium heat
- Test the oil temperature by dropping a tiny piece of the mixture into the pan
- The oil is at the perfect temperature if the piece rises to the surface and bubbles steadily
- Deep-fry the fritters in batches over medium heat until they are golden brown on the outside and perfectly cooked through
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to keep the oil temperature steady and ensure the fritters stay nice and crispy
- Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper to remove any excess oil before serving
Observations
Beef fritters are a much-loved staple in Brazilian kitchens, perfect for casual get-togethers, barbecues, or just as a tasty afternoon snack.
This recipe features high-quality minced beef seasoned with fresh ingredients like onions, garlic, and herbs—either coriander or parsley—to bring out that authentic, punchy flavour.
The process is straightforward, resulting in fritters that are tender on the inside with a satisfying, crispy golden crust once fried. They’re the ideal finger food to serve alongside a cold drink or as an appetiser.
With simple instructions and accessible ingredients, you'll be making these crowd-pleasing bites at home in no time.
This recipe features high-quality minced beef seasoned with fresh ingredients like onions, garlic, and herbs—either coriander or parsley—to bring out that authentic, punchy flavour.
The process is straightforward, resulting in fritters that are tender on the inside with a satisfying, crispy golden crust once fried. They’re the ideal finger food to serve alongside a cold drink or as an appetiser.
With simple instructions and accessible ingredients, you'll be making these crowd-pleasing bites at home in no time.
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