Name: Crispy Fried Meatballs with Lingonberry Glaze
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Swedish
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1/2 lb ground pork; 1 cup breadcrumbs; 1 egg; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tsp allspice; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 2 cups heavy cream; 1 cup beef broth; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 jar lingonberry jam; 1/4 cup lingonberry jam (for glaze); 2 tbsp butter

A variation of Swedish meatballs where the meatballs are fried to a golden crisp before being glazed with a sweet and tangy lingonberry reduction.

Method

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, pork, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, allspice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into small meatballs.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a bit of oil. Cook meatballs until browned on all sides. Remove from skillet.
In the same skillet, add beef broth, heavy cream, and sour cream. Bring to a simmer, then add butter and stir to combine.
Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
In a separate saucepan, heat 1/4 cup lingonberry jam over low heat until melted. Stir in 2 tbsp water to create a glaze.
Serve meatballs in the sauce with a side of lingonberry glaze.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.