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Köttbullar

Cultural Context

Köttbullar, or Swedish meatballs, have their roots in 18th-century Sweden, where they were popularized by King Charles XII after returning from Turkey. Traditionally served with lingonberry sauce and creamy gravy, they symbolize Swedish hospitality and comfort. Today, they are enjoyed globally, with variations that include different meats and spices, reflecting local tastes.

SwedishSEmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
1 medium onion
1 cup bread crumbs
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon allspice
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup beef broth
1/2 cup cream
2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner and reduces calories.

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy and adds flavor.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: dried parsley

💰Cheaper: none

Dried parsley is more shelf-stable.

1

Soak bread crumbs in milk until absorbed, about 5 minutes.

2

Finely chop onion and sauté in butter until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

3

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, soaked bread crumbs, sautéed onion, egg, salt, black pepper, and allspice.

4

Mix ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

5

Shape the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.

6

Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted.

7

Add meatballs in batches, cooking until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes total.

8

Transfer cooked meatballs to a plate and keep warm.

9

In the same skillet, add beef broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits.

10

Stir in cream and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.

11

Return meatballs to the skillet, coating them in the sauce.

12

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

skilletmixing bowlspatulameasuring cupsmeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

glutendairyegg

Also Known As

Swedish Meatballs

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