Discover the beloved Danish dish Mock Hare in a new and exciting interpretation: a recipe for mock hare in the air fryer — giving you a crispy bacon surface, juicy filling and a faster cooking time.
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Benefits of making mock hare in the air fryer:
- Crispy bacon: The air fryer ensures a perfectly crispy bacon surface without using any extra oil.
- Juicy filling: The short cooking time in the air fryer keeps the filling juicy.
- Faster cooking: Save time compared to traditional oven cooking.
- Easy and convenient: Minimal washing up and easy preparation in the air fryer.
Put the bacon inside the filling instead of on top. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs instead and add a cocktail sausage. There you go — now you’ve got a mock hedgehog instead.
Tips and tricks from the author: Morten Jensen
Freezing and reheating mock hare:
Freezer shelf life:
- In the freezer: Up to 3 months
Storage:
I recommend this lovely porter with our classic mock hare
Mock hare has a deep, flavorful character with its tender meatloaf and crispy bacon – and it calls for a beer with substance and sweetness. The dark malt notes and soft honey sweetness of Hårbølle Honning Porter play beautifully against the dish’s umami and the salty bacon, without overpowering the homely flavor. I warmly recommend Hårbølle Honning Porter – Bryghuset Møn – it’s a local Danish craft beer that elevates a classic everyday dish into something truly special.
- Store it in an airtight container in either the fridge or the freezer.
- Let the mock hare cool completely before storing it in the fridge or freezer.
Thawing:
- Let it thaw in the fridge overnight before you need to use it.
- You can also thaw the mock hare in the microwave on low power.
Reheating:
- You can reheat the mock hare in the air fryer at 160°C for about 5–10 minutes, or until it’s hot again.
- You can also reheat the mock hare in the microwave on low power.
Tips:
- To extend the shelf life of the mock hare, you can freeze it in slices. This also makes it easier to take out just the amount you need.
What is the story behind mock hare?
I grew up with this dish myself in the 80s. Typically, when my mom was a bit busy, she would quickly throw this meatloaf in the oven in slightly different versions. Another classic from back then is frikadeller (Danish meatballs) in the air fryer, which I also love to make.
The earliest known reference to a dish resembling mock hare comes from a Danish cookbook from 1796: ‘Den Danske Kogebog’ (The Danish Cookbook) by Anne Margrethe Mangor (1796).
This cookbook describes a dish called ‘Fyldt Hare’ (Stuffed Hare), consisting of a filling of beef, pork and bacon rolled up and roasted.
Meatloaf was a popular dish in Denmark in the 19th century. It was a cheap and easy way to prepare meat, and a good way to use up leftover meat. Meatloaf was often served with gravy, potatoes and vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
It takes about 25–30 minutes at 180°C. Check that the internal temperature reaches 75°C before serving.
There’s no difference – they’re two names for the same dish. Mock hare is the traditional Danish name for a meatloaf with bacon.
It’s optional. If the top gets too dark, you can flip it for the last 10 minutes for even cooking.
Recipe
Danish Meatloaf (Forloren Hare) in the Airfryer
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Ingredients
- 500 g minced veal and pork
- 1 pcs onion
- 2 clove garlic
- 1 pcs egg
- 1 dl milk
- 1 dl breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 pinch salt and pepper
- 4 slices bacon
How to make it
- In a large bowl, mix 500 g minced veal and pork with 1 pcs onion, 2 clove garlic, crushed, 1 pcs egg, 1 dl milk, 1 dl breadcrumbs, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, chopped 1 tbsp fresh thyme, 1 pinch salt and pepper. Knead the mixture together well, until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Shape the meat mixture into an elongated hare shape on a baking tray or a piece of baking paper. Place 4 slices bacon on top of the meat mixture, and press them down lightly to make sure they stay in place during cooking.
- Place the hare shape in the airfryer basket and cook for 25-30 minutes at 180℃, or until the meat mixture is cooked through and the bacon is crisp and golden.Start the online kitchen timer here
- When the meatloaf is done, carefully remove it from the airfryer. Let it rest for a few minutes before you slice it and serve.
Our notes for the recipe
- The cooking time may vary depending on your airfryer’s model and capacity.
- Keep an eye on the meat mixture during cooking so the bacon doesn’t get too dark.
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