frikadelle

English

/fɹɪkəˈdɛlə/

noun
Definitions
  • (food) An oblate-spheroid meatball of North European origin, eaten hot or cold, and typically consisting of: minced pork or beef/veal (or, commonly, a blend of these meats); chopped onion; egg; milk or water; breadcrumb, oatmeal, or flour; salt; and pepper.

Etymology

Derived from Danish frikadelle derived from German Frikadelle (meatball).

Origin

German (Berlin)

Frikadelle

Gloss

meatball

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