Recipe Name: Beef and Water Chestnut Patties 🥩🥢
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
These Beef and Water Chestnut Patties are a delightful fusion of flavors, perfect to serve either as a main course alongside fluffy rice or as a delectable appetizer with the patties speared on cocktail sticks, accompanied by a tantalizing sweet and sour sauce for dipping. With a combination of lean ground beef, crunchy water chestnuts, and aromatic seasonings, these patties offer a burst of Asian-inspired goodness in every bite. Plus, they’re ready in under 30 minutes, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Recipe Category: Meat 🍖
Keywords: Asian, < 30 Mins, Easy 🕒🥢
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 can | Water chestnuts |
| 1/2 | Onion |
| 300g | Lean ground beef |
| 2 tbsp | Oyster sauce |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1/2 cup | Breadcrumbs |
| 1 | Spring onion |
| Oil (for frying) |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 350.8
- Fat: 11.2g
- Saturated Fat: 3.9g
- Cholesterol: 101.6mg
- Sodium: 658.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 42.3g
- Fiber: 3.1g
- Sugar: 18.3g
- Protein: 19.8g
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Begin by draining the water chestnuts from the can. Place them between two pieces of paper towel and gently press to remove any excess water. Next, peel and chop the onion.
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Process Water Chestnuts and Onion: Using a food processor, finely chop the drained water chestnuts and onion until they reach a uniform consistency. Then, crack the egg into the processor and pulse for an additional 10 seconds to combine.
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Combine with Beef: Transfer the processed mixture to a large mixing bowl. Add the lean ground beef, oyster sauce, and breadcrumbs to the bowl. Thoroughly combine all the ingredients until evenly distributed.
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Shape the Patties: With clean hands, scoop out portions of the mixture and shape them into patties, each about the size of a walnut. Ensure they are compact and well-formed for even cooking.
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Cook the Patties: Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a splash of oil to coat the bottom. Once hot, carefully place the patties in the pan, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until they develop a golden-brown crust and are cooked through.
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Prepare the Sweet and Sour Sauce: While the patties are cooking, gently heat the sweet and sour sauce in a separate saucepan. Finely slice the spring onion and add it to the sauce, allowing the flavors to meld together over low heat.
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Serve: Once the patties are cooked to perfection, transfer them to the sweet and sour sauce, coating each one generously. Serve hot, garnished with additional spring onion if desired. Enjoy these irresistible Beef and Water Chestnut Patties as a delightful main course or appetizer, savoring the harmonious blend of flavors with every bite! 🍽️🎉
