Bergie’s Best Meatballs
Description: This is my version of Swedish Meatballs. They are good enough for company, easy to make and you’ll have them coming back for more.
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
Review Count: 7 reviews
Calories per Serving: 489.2 kcal
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Fat Content: 38.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 15.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 124.7mg
- Sodium Content: 1496.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 7.7g
- Fiber Content: 1.1g
- Sugar Content: 0.7g
- Protein Content: 27.8g
Recipe Category: Potato
Keywords: Vegetable, Meat, Swedish, Scandinavian, European, Very Low Carbs, Potluck, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | raw potatoes |
| 1 1/2 | onions |
| 5 | salt |
| 3 | allspice |
| 1 1/2 | beef broth |
| 1 | water |
| 6 | butter |
| 1/4 | light olive oil |
| 2 | ground meat |
Instructions
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Mix together the ground meat, potatoes, onion, salt, and allspice.
- Ensure thorough mixing by using your hands.
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Shape the mixture into Ping Pong-sized meatballs.
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Put the broth and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Be sure to use a large enough saucepan to accommodate all the meatballs.
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Drop in the meatballs and return to a boil. Simmer lightly for 5 minutes.
- Carefully add the meatballs to the boiling broth and water mixture.
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Using a slotted spoon, remove meatballs and drain on a paper towel.
- This helps remove excess moisture and oil from the meatballs.
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Reserve the broth.
- Set aside the broth for later use.
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At this point, you may store the meatballs and the broth (separately) in your fridge for up to 2 days.
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When you are ready to serve the meatballs, melt the butter with the oil in a frypan and brown the meatballs on all sides, shaking the pan frequently for even browning.
- Take care not to overcrowd the pan, ensuring even browning of each meatball.
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Add the reserved broth to the pan and simmer until the meatballs are cooked through.
- The broth adds flavor and helps to cook the meatballs evenly.
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If you wish, you may add a little flour to thicken the broth.
- This step is optional and can be adjusted according to personal preference for gravy consistency.
These Bergie’s Best Meatballs are a delightful blend of flavors and textures, perfect for any occasion. Serve them as a main dish with mashed potatoes and lingonberry sauce for a classic Swedish meal, or enjoy them as appetizers at your next gathering. With their savory taste and tender texture, these meatballs are sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Enjoy! 🍽️🇸🇪
