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Danish Frikadeller with Parsley and Gravy

Name: Danish Frikadeller with Parsley and Gravy
Prep time: 23 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 93 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Ground pork, 500g; Onion, 1 medium, finely chopped; Egg, 1; Milk, 100ml; Breadcrumbs, 100g; Salt and pepper, to taste; Butter, 2 tbsp; Flour, 2 tbsp; Beef broth, 500ml; Salt and pepper, to taste; Fresh parsley, chopped, as needed

These succulent Danish meat patties, known as Frikadeller, are seasoned to perfection and paired with a rich gravy, bringing a taste of Denmark right to your table.

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·By Ethan Brooks·July 25, 2025

Danish Frikadeller with Parsley and Gravy — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

23 min

Cook

1 h 10 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Frikadeller

For the Gravy

For the Parsley Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 486 kcal
Protein: 28.03 g
Carbs: 25 g
Fat: 31.23 g
Fiber: 1.93 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1943 kcal
Protein: 112.1 g
Carbs: 100 g
Fat: 124.9 g
Fiber: 7.7 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Ground pork 500g	1150	84	0	90	0
Onion 1 medium, finely chopped	44	1.2	10.3	0.1	1.9
Egg 1	68	6	0.6	4.8	0
Milk 100ml	42	3.4	5	1	0
Breadcrumbs 100g	355	12.5	71.7	5.2	5
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Butter 2 tbsp	204	0.2	0	23	0
Flour 2 tbsp	58	1.6	12	0.3	0.5
Beef broth 500ml	20	3	0	0.5	0
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Fresh parsley chopped, as needed	2	0.2	0.4	0	0.3

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Frikadeller

1
Combine ingredients
In a large bowl, combine ground pork, chopped onion, egg, milk, and breadcrumbs.
Tip: Ensure the milk is at room temperature to prevent curdling.
2
Season and mix
Season with salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
3
Chill mixture
Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Tip: Allow the meat mixture to rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before shaping into patties.

Preparing the Gravy

1
Melt butter
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
2
Form roux
Stir in flour to form a roux, cooking until golden brown.
3
Add broth
Gradually whisk in beef broth, stirring constantly until smooth and slightly thickened.
Tip: For a smoother gravy, strain any lumps using a fine mesh sieve.

How to Make Danish Frikadeller with Parsley and Gravy

Total time: 1 h 33 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Shaping and Frying Frikadeller
Shape the meat mixture into small round patties, about the size of a golf ball, and flatten slightly. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook frikadeller until golden brown and cooked through.
2
Thickening the Gravy
Continually stir the gravy until it reaches your preferred consistency.
3
Final Touch
Add salt and pepper to the gravy, adjusting seasoning to taste.