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Leberkäse
Bavarian meatloaf baked until crusty outside and pink and smooth inside — sliced thick, pan-fried, and served in a Semmel with sweet mustard. The king of German deli counter fare.
Prep 20 min
Cook 1h
Total 1h 20m
Serves 8
Ingredients
Step 1 — Meat mixture
- 1½ lbs ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- ½ lb bacon (ground or very finely minced)
- 1 medium onion (finely grated)
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp white pepper
- ½ tsp mace
- ½ tsp marjoram
- 2 tbsp ice water
Step 2 — Serve
- Crusty Semmel rolls
- Sweet Bavarian mustard
- Pickles
- Fried eggs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Blend the meat
Combine all meats, onion, spices, and ice water. Process in a food processor until very smooth and paste-like — the texture is key to authentic Leberkäse.
- 2
Bake
Pack mixture into a greased loaf pan. Bake at 325°F for 50–60 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160°F and top is golden brown.
- 3
Serve Leberkässemmel
Cool slightly, slice ½ inch thick. Pan-fry slices in butter until edges are crispy. Serve in a roll with mustard and pickles — a classic Bavarian snack.
Nutrition per serving: 380 cal · 28g protein · 2g carbs · 30g fat · 0g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
