Swedish meatballs recipe

Meatballs are small balls of ground meat. Often beef and pork is used. You can use either beef or pork. But most commonly, a mixture of beef and pork is used. Obviously, there are vegetarian options as such as soy or Quorn. The batter usually is mixed up with eggs and milk, bread crumbs, potato flour or oatmeal. They often include onions for taste. Preferably finely chopped. Seasoning can consist of salt, allspice, black and white pepper. The buns are fried in a hot frying pan and turned gradually to get color all around. Greater amount of meatballs can be roasted in a oven roasting pan, which is more comfortable. But then remember to take out and shake the pan frequently.

A traditional Swedish way to serve meatballs are accompanied by potatoes or mashed potatoes, gravy and lingonberry jam. Meatballs can also be served with spaghetti or macaroni.

Below follows a recipe for your own Swedish meatballs.

• 1 kilo minced meat
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup double cream
• 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs 
• 2 tsp salt 
• 2 - 3 tsp freshly ground white pepper 
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar 
• 2 eggs 
• 1 grated onion

Mix bread crumbs and cream. Let swell for 10 minutes. Add the minced meat, onion, egg, salt and pepper. Stir until smooth. Shape the mince into regular buns. Fry them in butter or oil over medium heat for 3-5 minutes.