Danish Frikadeller with Parsley and Gravy

Name: Danish Frikadeller with Parsley and Gravy
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Ground pork; Onion; Egg; Milk; Breadcrumbs; Salt and pepper; Butter; Flour; Beef broth; Salt and pepper; Fresh parsley

Traditional Danish Meat Patties

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.

1 h 10 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Frikadeller

Ground pork

500g

Onion

1 medium, finely chopped

Egg

Milk

100ml

Breadcrumbs

100g

Salt and pepper

to taste

For the Gravy

Butter

2 tbsp

Flour

2 tbsp

Beef broth

500ml

Salt and pepper

to taste

For the Parsley Garnish

Fresh parsley

chopped, as needed

Preparation

Marinating the Frikadeller

Combine ingredients

In a large bowl, combine ground pork, chopped onion, egg, milk, and breadcrumbs.

Ensure the milk is at room temperature to prevent curdling.

Season and mix

Season with salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Chill mixture

Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Allow the meat mixture to rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before shaping into patties.

Preparing the Gravy

Melt butter

In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.

Form roux

Stir in flour to form a roux, cooking until golden brown.

Add broth

Gradually whisk in beef broth, stirring constantly until smooth and slightly thickened.

For a smoother gravy, strain any lumps using a fine mesh sieve.

Cooking Process

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.

Fry on medium heat for even cooking.

Thickening the Gravy

Continually stir the gravy until it reaches your preferred consistency.

Cook over medium-low heat to avoid burning.

Final Touch

Add salt and pepper to the gravy, adjusting seasoning to taste.

Plating & Serving