Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2/5 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, bread crumbs, milk, onion, green bell pepper, egg, allspice, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Form the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides (about 10 minutes). Drain any excess fat.
- Transfer the meatballs to a large pot. Add the beef broth, sour cream, ketchup, and Dijon mustard. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 300 per meatball
- Fat: 20 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Juicy and tender meatballs
- Savory and slightly sweet sauce
- Scandinavian-inspired flavors
User Comments:
- "These meatballs were absolutely delicious! The flavors were so well-balanced and the sauce was perfect."
- "My guests loved these meatballs. They were easy to make and turned out perfectly."
- "I served these meatballs with mashed potatoes and lingonberry jam. It was the perfect Swedish meal!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have bread crumbs, you can use crushed crackers or rice.
- You can add other spices to your meatballs, such as nutmeg or ginger.
- Be sure to cook the meatballs through to prevent any foodborne illnesses.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, noodles, or lingonberry jam.
