Swedish Meet Balls (Kottbullar) Recipe

Name: Swedish Meet Balls (Kottbullar)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound beef; 2 pounds pork; 2 pounds veal; 2 large eggs; ⅔ cups bread crumbs; 1 cup milk; 2 teaspoons salt; 8 teaspoons black pepper; 1 teaspoon nutmeg ground; 3 tablespoons vegetable shortening

Servings: persons

1
flour water or stock Grind meats together 3 times.
2
Mix with eggs, bread crumbs, milk, salt, pepper and nutmeg and make into small balls.
3
Brown in skillet in hot shortening.
4
Remove meat balls to larger larger pan.
5
Add 1/2 cup flour to skillet and brown, stirring to prevent scorching.
6
Add enough water or stock to make a thin gravy.
7
Pour gravy over meat balls.
8
Cook gently for 1 hour, stirring often to prevent sticking.
9
Flavor improves with long simmering.
10
Serve in gravy.

944

kcal

Calories

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 pound beef, 2 pounds pork, 2 pounds veal, 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Swedish Meet Balls (Kottbullar) 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!

Swedish Meet Balls (Kottbullar)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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