Köttbullar (Swedish Meatballs, Ikea Style)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 0
Authentic Köttbullar (Swedish Meatballs, Ikea Style) recipe for a hearty dinner
in Meat

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 -5 tablespoons butter
2 1/2 tablespoons onions , finely chopped
1/4 cup fine breadcrumbs ( unseasoned )
3/4 - 1 1/4 cup milk , divided
2 cold boiled potatoes , mashed
8 ounces ground beef
8 ounces ground pork
1 egg
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon allspice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
588
Sugar
5g
Fat
43g
Köttbullar, also known as Swedish meatballs, are a traditional dish in Sweden that have gained popularity worldwide. These meatballs are made from a mixture of ground beef and pork and are flavored with allspice, white pepper, and onions. They are often served with lingonberry sauce, cream gravy, and boiled or mashed potatoes. Köttbullar are a comfort food that can be found in many Swedish homes and restaurants. In fact, this recipe is famously used by the Swedish furniture retailer, Ikea, to serve alongside some of its dishes in the store's dining areas.

Instructions

1.Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet and sauté the onions until they turn golden brown. Remove from heat and let it cool.
2.In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and 1/4 cup milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes to absorb the milk.
3.In a separate bowl, mix together the mashed potatoes, ground beef, ground pork, egg, salt, white pepper, allspice, and browned onions. Add the breadcrumb mixture to the meat mixture and mix well.
4.Gradually add the remaining milk to the meat mixture until it becomes soft.
5.Melt the remaining butter in a skillet and shape the meat mixture into small balls. Fry the meatballs in the skillet until they are browned and cooked through.

PROS

Swedish meatballs are a delicious comfort food, perfect for a hearty dinner.

This recipe is easy to follow and produces authentic meatballs that are moist and flavorful.

CONS

This recipe may not be suitable for those on a low-carb or low-fat diet as it contains bread and butter.

The recipe takes some time to complete, but the end result is worth it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Köttbullar contain high amounts of protein and iron, making them a good food for muscle growth and oxygen transport.
Allspice helps in digestion and may provide relief from gas, bloating, and constipation.

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