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Swedish Meatballs

Cultural Context

Originating from Sweden, Swedish meatballs (Köttbullar) are a beloved dish that showcases the country's culinary tradition of using simple, hearty ingredients. Traditionally served with lingonberry sauce and creamy gravy, they are a staple at festive gatherings and family meals. Today, they have gained international popularity, often appearing on menus around the world, especially in Scandinavian-themed restaurants.

SESEmain
6 servings
Servings4
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1 yellow onion
1/3 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
salt
brown sugar
allspice
nutmeg
clove
ground ginger
white pepper
butter
beef stock
brandy
garlic
1

Grind 1/2 pound of ground beef and 1/2 pound of ground pork together.

2

Finely slice half of a yellow onion and sauté it in butter until golden.

3

Warm 1/3 cup of heavy cream and mix it with 1/3 cup of breadcrumbs.

4

Add the sautéed onions and garlic to the meat mixture along with salt, brown sugar, allspice, nutmeg, clove, ground ginger, white pepper, and 1 egg.

5

Wet hands to shape the meat mixture into small meatballs.

6

Brown the meatballs in a sauté pan with butter until they have a nice color on all sides.

7

Reserve some of the fat from the pan for the gravy.

8

Flambé the meatballs with brandy for added flavor.

9

Cover the browned meatballs with beef stock and simmer for 20-30 minutes until cooked through.

10

Make the gravy using the reserved fat, flour, and beef stock.

Equipment Needed

meat grindersauté pansmaller pot

Allergens

milkeggsgluten

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