Frikandel facts for kids
A frikandel is a popular Dutch fast food snack. It looks a bit like a sausage but has flat ends. People in the Netherlands and Belgium often enjoy it with French fries. It's a quick and tasty treat!
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Frikandel: A Popular Dutch Snack
The frikandel is one of the most well-known snacks in the Netherlands. It's a type of minced meat snack, usually deep-fried. You can find it in snack bars, cafes, and even supermarkets. It's a simple but delicious part of Dutch food culture.
What is a Frikandel?
A frikandel is made from different kinds of meat, often a mix of chicken, pork, and sometimes horse meat. The meat is finely ground and seasoned with spices like nutmeg, pepper, and onion powder. It's then shaped into a long, smooth cylinder with flat ends. Unlike a traditional sausage, it doesn't have a casing.
How Do People Eat Frikandellen?
There are many ways to enjoy a frikandel!
- Plain: Some people like it just as it is, straight from the fryer.
- With Sauce: It's very common to eat it with mayonnaise, ketchup, or curry sauce.
- Frikandel Speciaal: This is a very popular version! The frikandel is cut open lengthwise and filled with chopped raw onions, curry ketchup, and mayonnaise. It's a flavorful combination that many people love.
- With Fries: Often, a frikandel is served alongside a portion of French fries. This makes a complete and satisfying fast food meal.
History of the Frikandel
The frikandel was first created in the Netherlands. One story says it was invented in 1954 by a butcher named Jan Bekkers in Dordrecht. He made a new kind of sausage without a casing. Another story credits Gerrit de Vries from Zwanenburg in 1959. No matter who invented it, the frikandel quickly became a favorite snack across the country. It's now a classic part of Dutch cuisine.
Images for kids
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A frikandel with fries, lettuce and mayonnaise
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Home-made frikandel speciaal with fries
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Patat speciaal and frikandel speciaal served in a Dutch snackbar
See also
In Spanish: Frikandel para niños
