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Danish Meatballs

Servings: 6
Description

Inspired by a family's Swedish and Danish traditions, this lighter take on classic frikadeller uses lean pork, lean beef, and nonfat milk while keeping the warm traditional flavors of nutmeg, allspice, and cloves.

Ingredients
  • 1 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1 cup nonfat (skim)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon allspice
  • 0.25 teaspoon cloves
  • 0.25 cup white flour
  • 1 pounds extra-lean ground beef
  • 0.5 pound lean ground pork
  • 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
  1. 1
    In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine the bread crumbs and nonfat milk.
  2. 2
    Let the mixture stand for 10 minutes.
  3. 3
    Add the eggs, salt, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, and flour.
  4. 4
    Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  5. 5
    Add the ground beef and ground pork.
  6. 6
    Beat on low speed just until combined. Do not overmix.
  7. 7
    Using a portion scoop, shape the mixture into meatballs.
  8. 8
    Melt the butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
  9. 9
    Place the meatballs in the skillet and flatten them slightly.
  10. 10
    Cook for 8–10 minutes, turning as needed, until browned on both sides and no longer pink in the center.
  11. 11
    If needed, transfer the meatballs to the oven to finish cooking until they reach an internal temperature of 155°F.
  12. 12
    Serve with red cabbage, new boiled potatoes, or mashed potatoes.
  13. 13
    For a complete meal, serve with a salad and/or mixed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 330kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17g27%
Saturated Fat 7g35%
Cholesterol 110mg37%
Total Carbohydrate 15g5%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Protein 27g54%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note
  • Bold and aromatic, cloves provide a hint of sweet spice that complements the savory meat blend.
  • Fine and versatile, white flour helps create structure and gives the meatballs a delicate coating.
  • Lean and hearty, extra-lean ground beef creates a flavorful, protein-packed base with a satisfying texture.
  • Savory and tender, lean ground pork adds richness and classic traditional flavor to the meatballs.
Read it online: https://rmhc-centralohio.org/recipe/danish-meatballs/