German Meatballs

Königsberger Klopse

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Preparation info
  • Yield:

    4

    servings
    • Difficulty

      Medium

    • Ready in

      1 hr 10

Appears in
German Home Kitchen: Traditional Recipes That Capture the Flavors of Germany

By Sophie Sadler

Published 2025

  • About

This beloved German classic is often reserved for special occasions—but it’s easy enough to serve anytime. Beef and pork meatballs are gently simmered in broth before being finished in a creamy sauce with capers and lemon. As you scan the ingredient list, you might be surprised by the anchovy paste. Don’t worry—it doesn’t make the meatballs fishy; instead, it adds depth to the flavor of the meatballs, so I would not skip it. Serve with Spätzle and steamed