Best 2 Aquavit Swedish Meatballs Recipes
**Swedish Meatballs:**
Swedish meatballs are a classic dish that originated in Sweden and have become a beloved dish worldwide. These savory and flavorful meatballs are typically made with a combination of ground beef and pork, seasoned with a blend of spices, and simmered in a rich gravy. Served with mashed potatoes, lingonberry jam, and pickled cucumbers, Swedish meatballs offer a delightful taste of Scandinavian cuisine.
Beyond the traditional recipe, there are also variations that add a unique twist to this iconic dish. Our collection of Swedish meatball recipes explores these variations, offering options for every palate and dietary preference. From classic Swedish meatballs made with beef and pork to vegetarian versions made with plant-based alternatives, our recipes cater to a diverse range of tastes and dietary restrictions.
In addition to the traditional Swedish meatballs, our collection includes recipes for:
* **Turkey Swedish Meatballs:** A healthier take on the classic dish, made with lean ground turkey instead of beef and pork.
* **Chicken Swedish Meatballs:** A lighter version, made with tender ground chicken and a flavorful gravy.
* **Vegetarian Swedish Meatballs:** A plant-based alternative, made with a combination of lentils, mushrooms, and vegetables, offering a hearty and nutritious option.
* **Swedish Meatball Soup:** A comforting and flavorful soup, made with tender meatballs, vegetables, and a rich broth.
* **Swedish Meatball Casserole:** A convenient and delicious one-pan dish, featuring meatballs, mashed potatoes, and a creamy gravy, all baked together until golden brown.
Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, cooking tips, and variations to help you create the perfect Swedish meatballs for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a traditional taste of Sweden or a creative twist on a classic dish, our collection of Swedish meatball recipes has something for everyone.
AQUAVIT'S SWEDISH MEATBALLS
This is Marcus Samuelsson's rendition of the perennial favorite. The sauce is wonderful, unctuous. They should be served with garlicky mashed potatoes, quick pickled cucumbers and extra lingonberry preserves. The pickled cucumbers (and their juice) are really easy to make and the recipe is posted. If you can't find lingonberry preserves (a pity) you can substitute whole cranberry relish.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Meat
Time 40m
Yield 24 meatballs, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare the Meatballs.
- Combine the bread crumbs and 1/4 cup cream in a small bowl, stirring until all the crumbs are moistened.
- Set aside.
- Heat the oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onion and saute for for about five minutes, until softened.
- Remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, veal and pork, onion, honey and egg, and mix well with your hands (remember Julia--your impeccably clean hands).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the bread crumb/cream mixture and mix well.
- With wet hands (to keep mixture from sticking) shape the mixture into meatballs the size of golfballs, placing them on a plate slightly moistened with water.
- You should have about 24 meatballs.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the meatballs, in batches if necessary, and cook, turning frequently, for about seven minutes, until the meatballs are browned on all sides and cooked through.
- Transfer the meatballs to a plate and keep warm.
- Discard all but one tablespoon of fat from the skillet.
- Prepare the Sauce.
- Return the skillet to the heat.
- Whisk in the stock, 1/2 cup of cream, preserves and pickle juice, and bring to a simmer.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Add the meatballs to the sauce, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for about five minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly and the meatballs are heated through.
- Serve hot with garlic mashed potatoes, lingonberry preserves and pickled cucumbers.
AQUAVIT SWEDISH MEATBALLS
Steps:
- 1 Prepare the Meatballs. 2 Combine the bread crumbs and 1/4 cup cream in a small bowl, stirring until all the crumbs are moistened. 3 Set aside. 4 Heat the oil in a small skillet over medium heat. 5 Add the onion and saute for for about five minutes, until softened. 6 Remove from heat. 7 In a large bowl, combine ground beef, veal and pork, onion, honey and egg, and mix well with your hands (remember Julia--your impeccably clean hands). 8 Season with salt and pepper to taste. 9 Add the bread crumb/cream mixture and mix well. 10 With wet hands (to keep mixture from sticking) shape the mixture into meatballs the size of golfballs, placing them on a plate slightly moistened with water. 11 You should have about 24 meatballs. 12 Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. 13 Add the meatballs, in batches if necessary, and cook, turning frequently, for about seven minutes, until the meatballs are browned on all sides and cooked through. 14 Transfer the meatballs to a plate and keep warm. 15 Discard all but one tablespoon of fat from the skillet. 16 Prepare the Sauce. 17 Return the skillet to the heat. 18 Whisk in the stock, 1/2 cup of cream, preserves and pickle juice, and bring to a simmer. 19 Season to taste with salt and pepper. 20 Add the meatballs to the sauce, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for about five minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly and the meatballs are heated through. 21 Serve hot with garlic mashed potatoes, lingonberry preserves and pickled cucumbers.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh ground beef and pork, and high-quality aquavit and cream.
- Use a light touch when mixing the meatball mixture: Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
- Brown the meatballs in a hot skillet: This will help to keep them moist and flavorful.
- Simmer the meatballs in the aquavit-cream sauce until they are cooked through: This will help to infuse them with flavor.
- Serve the meatballs with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or lingonberry jam: These are all traditional Swedish accompaniments.
Conclusion:
These Swedish meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The aquavit-cream sauce is rich and flavorful, and the meatballs are tender and juicy. Serve them with your favorite sides, and enjoy!
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