Best 2 Swedish Meatballs Alton Brown Recipes

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**Swedish Meatballs: A Culinary Journey into Swedish Cuisine**

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SWEDISH MEATBALLS (ALTON BROWN'S)



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A recipe found on FoodTV site and I am posting for ZWT6. It looks like it is with all the normal ingredients for the meatballs and was highly rated by over 160 reviewers.

Provided by diner524

Categories     Pork

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 slices fresh white bread
1/4 cup milk
3 tablespoons clarified butter, divided
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 pinch plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 lb ground chuck
3/4 lb ground pork
2 large egg yolks
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups beef broth
1/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees F.
  • Tear the bread into pieces and place in a small mixing bowl along with the milk. Set aside.
  • In a 12-inch straight sided saute pan over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter. Add the onion and a pinch of salt and sweat until the onions are soft. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the bread and milk mixture, ground chuck, pork, egg yolks, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, black pepper, allspice, nutmeg, and onions. Beat on medium speed for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Using a scale, weigh meatballs into 1-ounce portions and place on a sheet pan. Using your hands, shape the meatballs into rounds.
  • Heat the remaining butter in the saute pan over medium-low heat, or in an electric skillet set to 250 degrees F. Add the meatballs and saute until golden brown on all sides, about 7 to 10 minutes. Remove the meatballs to an ovenproof dish using a slotted spoon and place in the warmed oven.
  • Once all of the meatballs are cooked, decrease the heat to low and add the flour to the pan or skillet. Whisk until lightly browned, approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually add the beef stock and whisk until sauce begins to thicken. Add the cream and continue to cook until the gravy reaches the desired consistency. Remove the meatballs from the oven, cover with the gravy and serve.

SWEDISH MEATBALLS (ALTON BROWN)



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Categories     Beef     Sauté     Kid-Friendly

Yield 4-6 people

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 slices fresh white bread
1/4 cup milk
3 tablespoons clarified butter, divided
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
A pinch plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 pound ground chuck
3/4 pound ground pork
2 large egg yolks
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups beef broth
1/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees F. Tear the bread into pieces and place in a small mixing bowl along with the milk. Set aside. In a 12-inch straight sided saute pan over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter. Add the onion and a pinch of salt and sweat until the onions are soft. Remove from the heat and set aside. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the bread and milk mixture, ground chuck, pork, egg yolks, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, black pepper, allspice, nutmeg, and onions. Beat on medium speed for 1 to 2 minutes. Using a scale, weigh meatballs into 1-ounce portions and place on a sheet pan. Using your hands, shape the meatballs into rounds. Heat the remaining butter in the saute pan over medium-low heat, or in an electric skillet set to 250 degrees F. Add the meatballs and saute until golden brown on all sides, about 7 to 10 minutes. Remove the meatballs to an ovenproof dish using a slotted spoon and place in the warmed oven. Once all of the meatballs are cooked, decrease the heat to low and add the flour to the pan or skillet. Whisk until lightly browned, approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually add the beef stock and whisk until sauce begins to thicken. Add the cream and continue to cook until the gravy reaches the desired consistency. Remove the meatballs from the oven, cover with the gravy and serve. Recipe courtesy Alton Brown, 2005 Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/swedish-meatballs-recipe.html?oc=linkback

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground beef and pork: This will give your meatballs a juicy and flavorful texture.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing will make the meatballs tough.
  • Use panko breadcrumbs: Panko breadcrumbs will help to keep the meatballs light and airy.
  • Season the meatballs well: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Brown the meatballs before simmering them: This will help to develop their flavor.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what will really make your meatballs shine. Choose a sauce that you love and that will complement the flavor of the meatballs.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sides: Mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice are all classic choices.

Conclusion:

Alton Brown's Swedish meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of ground beef and pork makes for a juicy and flavorful meatball, while the panko breadcrumbs help to keep them light and airy. The meatballs are then browned before being simmered in a flavorful sauce. Serve them with your favorite sides for a complete meal.

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