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Frikadeller · Denmark

Danish Frikadeller with Carrot and Cabbage Salad

A traditional Danish dish with meatballs, brown sauce, and a simple carrot and cabbage salad.

75 minutes4 servings
Danish Frikadeller with Carrot and Cabbage Salad
Photo: cyclonebill from Copenhagen, Denmark · CC BY-SA 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, pork, onion, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
  2. Form the mixture into small meatballs.
  3. Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat, add the meatballs, and cook until browned on all sides.
  4. In a separate pot, cook the potatoes in boiling salted water until tender.
  5. In the same skillet, add flour and stir to make a roux, then gradually add beef broth, stirring constantly.
  6. Add sour cream, onions, and celery to the sauce, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. In a bowl, mix the grated carrots, shredded cabbage, vinegar, and sugar.
  8. Serve the meatballs with the sauce, potatoes, and salad.
  9. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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