Frikadeller (Danish Meatballs) Recipe

Name: Frikadeller (Danish Meatballs)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound ground veal; 1/2 pound ground pork; 1/4 cup milk, or as needed; 1/4 cup finely grated onion; 1 egg; 1/4 cup bread crumbs, or as needed; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup seltzer water; salt and pepper to taste; 1/4 cup margarine

Servings: persons

1
Mix the veal and pork together in a bowl, and stir in the milk, onion, and egg. Mix the bread crumbs into the meat. Sprinkle in the flour, and knead well to mix. Stir in the seltzer water, season to taste with salt and pepper, and mix well. The mixture should be very moist, but not dripping.
2
Chill the meat mixture for 15 to 30 minutes in the refrigerator, to make the meatballs easier to form.
3
Heat the margarine in a large skillet over medium heat.
4
To form meatballs, scoop up about 2 1/2 tablespoons of meat mixture with a large spoon, and form the mixture into a slightly flattened, oval meatball about the size of a small egg. Place the meatballs into the heated skillet, and fry for about 15 minutes per side, until the meatballs are well-browned and no longer pink in the center.

228

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound ground veal, 1/2 pound ground pork, 1/4 cup milk, or as needed, 1/4 cup finely grated onion, and more.

Yes, Frikadeller (Danish Meatballs) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Frikadeller (Danish Meatballs)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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