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Kjøttkaker - Norwegian meatballs

Kjøttkaker - Norwegian meatballs

Traditional Norwegian kjøttkaker are all beef, flavourful, somewhat salty, served with gravy.

Recipe from thecountrybasket ↗
20 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
4
Serves

Ingredients

Other

ground beef2 lbs
corn starch3 tbsp
flour3 tbsp
milk0.75 cups
salt1.5 tsp
pepper0.5 tsp
paprika0.5 tsp
nutmeg0.25 tsp
oil or butter for frying2 tbsp

Method

01

In a medium mixing bowl, add corn starch, flour, and spices: salt, pepper, paprika, and nutmeg. Optional: add 1/4 tsp ground ginger.

02

Add milk and whisk together until smooth.

03

Add ground beef to the milk and spice mixture and stir with a spoon until completely combined and sticky.

04

Heat a frying pan to medium-low heat and add oil or butter.

05

Shape the meatballs using a meatball scoop or two spoons, dipping in cold water to prevent sticking.

06

Drop the meatballs gently onto the frying pan and flatten them slightly with a water-dipped turner.

07

Cover the frying pan with a lid and fry for 3-4 minutes until browned underneath.

08

Flip the meatballs and fry the other side with the lid on until cooked through.

09

If necessary, fry in two batches, keeping the first batch covered and hot.