Frikandel

The frikandel is a traditional Dutch snack, a skinless, deep-fried minced meat sausage, typically made from a blend of chicken, pork, and beef, and seasoned with spices like nutmeg and pepper. It was first introduced in 1954 by Dutch butcher Gerrit de Vries in Dordrecht, who adapted his meatball recipe into this new form due to changes in food legislation. The name 'frikandel' was inspired by the German 'frikadelle', a type of meatball. In 1958, Jan Bekkers further refined the recipe, leading to the modern version known today. Over time, the frikandel gained popularity and is now produced in multiple countries, including the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany. The brand is currently owned by GoodLife Foods, a UK-based company formed from the merger of several snack manufacturers, including Beckers, Daloon, Bicky, and De Vries van Oers, all known for their iconic products introduced in the 1950s and 1980s.