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Danish Meatballs (Frikadeller)

Cultural Context

Frikadeller, or Danish meatballs, have roots in traditional Danish cuisine, often enjoyed during family gatherings and festive occasions. These hearty meatballs reflect the Danish love for simple, wholesome ingredients, typically served with potatoes and gravy. Today, Frikadeller are a popular dish not only in Denmark but also in other Nordic countries, showcasing the region's culinary traditions.

DanishDKmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
350 grams minced pork
1 egg
sea salt
white pepper
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup milk
butter

ground pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective alternative.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine can be more affordable.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oat flour

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oat flour is gluten-free, while crushed crackers can be less expensive.

1

Wash your hands before starting.

2

Take out 350 grams of minced pork and place it in a bowl.

3

Crush sea salt to a finer grain if necessary and add a good pinch to the pork.

4

Add about 1 tablespoon of white pepper to the pork.

5

Mix the pork, salt, and pepper together thoroughly using your hands.

6

Crack one egg into the mixture and mix it in.

7

Add about 2 tablespoons of flour to the mixture and mix it in.

8

Pour in about 1/2 cup of milk and mix until combined, adjusting flour as needed based on the meat's texture.

9

Heat a pan over medium heat and add about 2 tablespoons of butter to melt.

10

Using two spoons, scoop the mixture and drop it into the pan, flattening it slightly as you go.

11

Fry the patties until golden brown on both sides.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Frikadeller

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