Kottbullar (Swedish meatballs) Recipe

Name: Kottbullar (Swedish meatballs)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds ground top round of beef; 1 cup fine fresh bread crumbs; 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream; 1/2 cup finely grated onion; Salt to taste if desired; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 3 egg yolks; 1/2 cup seltzer or club soda; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 cup butter; 3 tablespoons flour; 1 3/4 cups fresh or canned beef broth; 1 tablespoon red currant jelly

Servings: persons

2 pounds ground top round of beef
1 cup fine fresh bread crumbs
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 cup finely grated onion
Salt to taste if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
3 egg yolks
1/2 cup seltzer or club soda
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 cup butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 3/4 cups fresh or canned beef broth
1 tablespoon red currant jelly

1
Put the beef in a bowl and set aside.
2
Blend the bread crumbs and one cup of cream, and let stand half an hour or longer.
3
Blend the meat and the crumb mixture and add the onion, salt, pepper and egg yolks.
4
Stir to blend well.
5
Add the seltzer and thyme and blend thoroughly.
6
Shape the meat into 48 to 56 meatballs, each about 1 1/2 inches thick.
7
Heat the butter in a large, heavy skillet and add the meatballs a few at a time.
8
Do not crowd them.
9
Cook until seared on one side.
10
Cook, turning, until browned on all sides, and transfer to a dish.
11
Continue cooking until all the meatballs are browned.
12
Pour off the fat from the skillet.
13
Add the flour and stir with a wire whisk.
14
Gradually add the broth, stirring rapidly with the whisk.
15
Stir in the jelly until it melts.
16
Add the remaining cream and stir.
17
Return the meatballs to the skillet with the sauce and reheat gently.

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds ground top round of beef, 1 cup fine fresh bread crumbs, 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream, 1/2 cup finely grated onion, and more.

Yes, Kottbullar (Swedish 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.

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Kottbullar (Swedish meatballs)

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