Small Fried Meat Patties (Ijeh) Recipe

Name: Small Fried Meat Patties (Ijeh)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef, chuck or round; 1/2 cup finely chopped onions; 6 tablespoons finely chopped parsley leaves; 6 large eggs; 1/4 cup bread crumbs; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Vegetable oil for frying; Pita wedges and spicy ketchup (see recipe) for serving

Servings: persons

1 pound ground beef, chuck or round
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
6 tablespoons finely chopped parsley leaves
6 large eggs
1/4 cup bread crumbs
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil for frying
Pita wedges and spicy ketchup (see recipe) for serving

1
Place the meat in a large bowl and mash with a fork for 2 minutes.
2
Add the onions, parsley, eggs, bread crumbs, salt, allspice, cinnamon and pepper and mix well.
3
Heat a large, heavy skillet over medium heat and cover the bottom with a generous layer of oil.
4
When hot, working in batches, drop the meat mixture by slightly rounded tablespoons into the oil.
5
Fry, turning once, until the patties are lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
6
Transfer them to paper towels to drain.
7
Repeat, adding more oil as needed, until all the meat is cooked.
8
Serve the patties warm with small pita wedges and spicy ketchup.

524

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound ground beef, chuck or round, 1/2 cup finely chopped onions, 6 tablespoons finely chopped parsley leaves, 6 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Small Fried Meat Patties (Ijeh) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Small Fried Meat Patties (Ijeh)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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