Swedish Meatballs
12 servings
25 minutes
Swedish meatballs are one of the most famous dishes of Scandinavian cuisine, deeply rooted in Swedish tradition. Their origin is linked to King Charles XII, who brought the idea of meatballs from Turkey. This recipe combines the tenderness of beef and pork mince with the aroma of cloves and a creamy texture. The meatballs are fried in butter, giving them a golden crust and rich flavor. They are traditionally served with mashed potatoes and lingonberry sauce, which highlights the softness of the meat and adds a slight tanginess. This dish is perfect for family dinners as well as festive gatherings, creating coziness and a sense of home warmth.
1
Pour breadcrumbs into a large bowl, add cream and 1/2 cup of water. Mix and let the liquid absorb for 5 minutes. Then combine ground beef and pork, grated onion, salt, and cloves.
- Breadcrumbs: 1 glass
- Cream: 1 glass
- Ground beef: 250 g
- Minced pork: 250 g
- Onion: 40 g
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Ground cloves: 1 teaspoon
2
Add lightly beaten egg and breadcrumbs. Mix thoroughly and form meatballs.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Breadcrumbs: 1 glass
3
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Fry the meatballs for about 8 minutes.
- Butter: 3 tablespoons
4
Place the ready meatballs on a plate and serve as an appetizer. Enjoy your meal!