German Cuisine
Broth with Mini Meatballs and Greens
A clear, comforting homemade soup featuring a modern, elegant presentation deeply rooted in German culinary tradition. Rich meat broth pairs beautifully with tiny, tender meatballs that melt in your mouth, while fresh parsley adds vibrant color and flavor.
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Recipe overview
- Total time
- 35 min
- Prep
- 20 min
- Cooking
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Cuisine
- German Cuisine
Nutrition
per serving
- Calories
- 240 kcal
- Protein
- 18 g
- Fat
- 14 g
- Carbs
- 8 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Step by step
Method
- 01
Finely grate or blend the onion so it blends seamlessly into…
Finely grate or blend the onion so it blends seamlessly into the delicate meat mixture. Combine it with the minced meat in a deep bowl.
- 02
Add the egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and ground black pepper to th…
Add the egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and ground black pepper to the meat. Mix thoroughly and slap the mixture against the bowl to make it cohesive and structurally sound.
- 03
Moisten your hands with cool water and roll the mixture into…
Moisten your hands with cool water and roll the mixture into tiny meatballs about the size of a hazelnut. Uniform size ensures even cooking.
- 04
Pour your pre-made meat broth into a pot and bring it to a ve…
Pour your pre-made meat broth into a pot and bring it to a very gentle simmer over medium heat. Do not let it boil vigorously to avoid cloudiness.
- 05
Carefully drop the mini meatballs into the simmering broth on…
Carefully drop the mini meatballs into the simmering broth one by one. Cook for 5-7 minutes after they float to the surface, until cooked through.
- 06
Finely chop the fresh parsley
Finely chop the fresh parsley. Remove the pot from the heat, stir in the greens, cover, and let it rest for a few minutes to infuse the fresh aroma.
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Useful advice
Cooking tip
To keep the broth crystal clear, shape the meatballs with wet hands and simmer them gently without a rolling boil.
How to serve
Serve steaming hot in deep bowls, generously garnished with freshly chopped parsley just before serving.
How to store
Keep refrigerated in a covered pot for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to keep the meatballs tender.
Note
It is best to prepare the beef or chicken broth in advance with root vegetables for maximum depth of flavor.
