Vegan Authentic Dutch Bitterballen

Rediscover a Dutch classic with a modern twist by trying this Vegan Authentic Dutch Bitterballen recipe! These golden, crispy bites are perfect for plant-based eaters craving the rich flavors of traditional bitterballen without the meat. Made with a savory filling of finely sautéed shallots, garlic, cremini mushrooms, grated carrot, and green peas, this recipe uses nutmeg and Dijon mustard to bring classic Dutch flavors to life. The mixture is bound with a creamy vegetable broth roux, chilled, coated in breadcrumbs, and fried to perfection, resulting in a crunchy exterior with a creamy, flavorful center. Serve these irresistible vegan bitterballen as an appetizer or snack alongside your favorite dipping sauces for an authentic taste of the Netherlands. Perfect for parties, they’re a plant-based triumph your friends and family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 medium Shallots, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Carrot, finely grated
• 0.5 cup Green peas, thawed if frozen
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour for dredging
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened plant-based milk
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 cups Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic, and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 2

Add the chopped mushrooms and grated carrot, and cook for another 5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the peas and cook for 2 additional minutes until heated through.

Step 4

Sprinkle 0.25 cup of flour over the vegetable mixture, stirring constantly for 1 minute to form a roux.

Step 5

Gradually add the vegetable broth while stirring, then stir in soy sauce, Dijon mustard, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm enough to handle.

Step 7

Shape the chilled mixture into 1-inch balls.

Step 8

Set up a dredging station: place 0.5 cup of flour in one bowl, the plant-based milk in another, and breadcrumbs in a third.

Step 9

Roll each ball first in flour, then dip in milk, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Place them on a baking sheet.

Step 10

Heat vegetable oil in a deep saucepan over medium-high heat. Fry the balls in batches until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes per batch.

Step 11

Transfer the fried bitterballen to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 12

Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1302.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5097.4

Total Fat 511.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4803.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.9g
Protein 34.5g	0%

Vitamin D 14IU	0%
Calcium 183.0mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 2095.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 86.0%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 11.5%