Host a German Meat and Broth Fondue Party With This Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is meat fondue in German? ›

An easy meal to put together, meat fondue (called fleischfondue in Germany) can include any variety of meat, and cater to a multitude of tastes.

Shrimp, sausage and steak all work great for fondue dinner. You could also serve cured meats, or other vegetables such as asparagus and broccoli.

The best cuts of beef for fondue include top sirloin, ribeye, and tenderloin. Cut or slice the meat according to personal preference. Some prefer to slice steaks into long strips, while others cube the meat into small pieces. Prepare the fondue oil or broth according to the recipe's directions.

For dipping into the broth, we recommend the classic fondue meats, along with a medley of asian foods such as bok choy, shrimp and radishes. Make sure to use a fondue pot, such as the one included in our Cast Iron Fondue Set, for table-top preparation and serving.

Broth. Fondue Chinoise. Fondue chinoise (lit. "Chinese fondue") is a common name for hot pot, where meat and vegetables are cooked in a shared pot of broth, or pieces of thinly sliced meat are dipped with a fondue fork into boiling broth with salad as side dish.

Olive oil, while delicious, is not the best choice for fondue because it has a strong flavour and a relatively low smoke point. Instead, consider using Canola oil, which is inexpensive, has a neutral flavour, and has a high smoke point. You can fondue peanut oil, grapeseed oil, and sunflower seed oil.

Oil can be a bit fatty, I would go with broth (at the end of the fondue you'll have a delicious soup!). Mushrooms, zucchini, bell peppers, spring onion are great in fondue.

Plan around 200 g (7 oz) of meat per person: in cubes for Bourguignonne fondue, and thinly sliced or even stuffed with cheese for a Chinese hot pot.

Bring the oil to a low simmer in the fondue pot. Season meat with salt and pepper and pierce it with the fondue spears. Carefully place the steak pieces into the fondue pot and cook until browned–about 5-7 minutes. Remove from pot and season again with salt and pepper if desired.

This German meat fondue (or fleischfondue) is cooked in hot broth instead of hot oil, which is delicious and lower in fat, which many people prefer. Because broth boils at 212 F/100 C, the meat will take longer to cook, but that only enhances the party experience.

What kind of bread is good for fondue? ›

Typical fondue bread cubes are cut from white bread, but half-white or wholegrain bread also works well. If you like, you can also use wholemeal bread or bread for toasting, fried in butter. Other options include boiled potatoes, blanched vegetables or fruit (e.g. pears, apples or grapes).

Add aromatics: Enhance the flavor of the broth by adding aromatics such as onions, garlic, carrots, celery, and herbs. Sauté them in a separate pan with a little oil until they are softened and slightly caramelized. Then add them to the broth and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes to infuse the flavors.

Vegetables: Fresh or roasted vegetables work well with cheese fondue. Whether you have potatoes, Brussels sprouts, broccoli or cauliflower, the cheese on top will enhance the veggies' flavor. Pickles: From regular dill pickles to the tiny cornichons, pickles are a unique idea for cheese fondue.

Bread, Crackers, and Chips

Bread is the most popular dipper for cheese fondue. There are many excellent options to choose from. French bread, breadsticks, and croutons are always favorites, but also consider multigrain bread, rye, sourdough, pumpernickel, and even bagels.

Fondue Bourguignonne – Beef Fondue.

It got the name Bourguignonne from the imported French beef from Burgundy that was the most widely used. Beef is still the most popular and most traditional meat for hot oil fondue. But, really you can use whatever meat or fish you want as well as you favorite vegetables. Just make sure the pot is stable….

The word means "melted" in French, from fondre, "to melt."

There are three main types: cheese fondue, oil or broth fondue and chocolate fondue. Cheese fondue Mixing a variety of cheeses is best when serving a cheese fondue. Before you start, rub a garlic clove inside the pot for added flavor. Shred all cheeses that will be used to create the fondue before melting it.