Boulets Liègeois

Ask anyone who’s visited the city of Liège, and they’ll tell you the one food you have to try is Boulets Liègeois—dense Belgian meatballs served with a sweet and savory sauce and served over thick-cut french fries. Luckily, you don’t need to travel all the way to Belgium because they’re super simple to make!

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Step 1

Mix beef, pork, breadcrumbs, onion, parsley, eggs, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl until thoroughly combined.

Step 2

Roll into meatballs, about 1/2 cup or 3.5 oz each. Dredge each one in flour.

Step 3

Heat 2tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the meatballs and brown, about 8 minutes on each side.

Step 5

Move meatballs to a plate. Melt the remaining butter in the same pan.

Step 6

Once melted, add the onions and reduce heat to medium low. Cook until onions are caramelized, about 15 minutes.

Step 7

Add the brown sugar and thyme, then cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

Step 8

Add the flour and stir to combine.

Step 9

Add the apple butter and vinegar, then stir to combine.

Step 10

Pour in the beef stock and add the bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 25 minutes.

Step 11

Add the meatballs to the sauce and cook for another 15 minutes to heat through.

Step 12

Serve over french fries and enjoy!