Batter-Dipped Fondue Meatballs Recipe

Name: Batter-Dipped Fondue Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs chuck, Ground; 1 large egg; 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, Dry; 2 tablespoons beer or 2 tablespoons apple juice; 1 teaspoon garlic salt; 2 cups salad oil; 1/2 cup butter, Do NOT Use Margarine; FROTHY BATTER; 1 cup biscuit mix; 1/2 cup beer or 1/2 cup apple juice; 1 large egg; MUSTARD SAUCE; 1/2 cup mayonnaise or 1/2 cup salad dressing; 2 tablespoons mustard, Prepared; 1 tablespoon onion, Finely Chopped; HORSERADISH SAUCE; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 tablespoon horseradish; 1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs chuck, Ground
1 large egg
1/4 cup breadcrumbs, Dry
2 tablespoons beer or 2 tablespoons apple juice
1 teaspoon garlic salt
2 cups salad oil
1/2 cup butter, Do NOT Use Margarine
FROTHY BATTER
1 cup biscuit mix
1/2 cup beer or 1/2 cup apple juice
1 large egg
MUSTARD SAUCE
1/2 cup mayonnaise or 1/2 cup salad dressing
2 tablespoons mustard, Prepared
1 tablespoon onion, Finely Chopped
HORSERADISH SAUCE
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon horseradish
1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1
Mix the meat, egg, bread crumbs, beer and garlic salt.
2
Shape the mixture into 3/4-inch balls.
3
Prepare the frothy batter.
4
Heat the oil and butter in a metal fondue pot to 375 degrees F.
5
Spear the meatballs with a fondue fork, dip into the batter and cook in the hot oil to the desired doneness, about 2 minutes.
6
Serve with both sauces.
7
NOTE: These meatballs can also be cooked without the batter.
8
FROTHY BATTER: Mix all of the ingredients with a fork. (Batter will be slightly lumpy.) MUSTARD SAUCE AND HORSERADISH SAUCE: Mix all the ingredients together and refrigerate until serving time.

1648

kcal

Calories

177

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs chuck, Ground, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, Dry, 2 tablespoons beer or 2 tablespoons apple juice, and more.

Yes, Batter-Dipped Fondue Meatballs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Batter-Dipped Fondue Meatballs

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Variations & substitutions

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