Name: Swedish Meatballs with Lingonberry Sauce and Mashed Potatoes
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Swedish
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1/2 lb ground pork; 1 cup breadcrumbs; 1 egg; 1 small onion (finely chopped); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tsp allspice; 1/2 tsp nutmeg; 1 cup lingonberry jam; 2 tbsp water; 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar; salt and pepper to taste; 1 lb mashed potatoes

Swedish Meatballs with Lingonberry Sauce and Mashed Potatoes

Classic Swedish meatballs served with tangy lingonberry sauce

40 minutes4 servings

Method

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, pork, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix well.
Form the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 1/2 inches in diameter).
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides.
In a small saucepan, combine lingonberry jam, water, and vinegar. Heat until bubbly, then season with salt and pepper.
Serve the meatballs with the lingonberry sauce and mashed potatoes on the side.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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