How long can I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, prepare the mixture and relish a day in advance, then cook the frikadeller fresh.

Can I substitute ground pork?

Yes, ground turkey or chicken can be used as an alternative.

Is there a gluten-free option?

Use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make the frikadeller gluten-free.

How do I reheat the frikadeller?

Reheat in a skillet over low heat or in an oven preheated to 160°C (320°F) until warmed through.

Spicy Danish Frikadeller with Cranberry Relish

Name: Spicy Danish Frikadeller with Cranberry Relish
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 500g ground pork; 1 small onion; 1 egg; 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs; 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 200g fresh cranberries; 100g sugar; 1 orange; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Fresh parsley; Lemon wedges

A Fiery Twist on Classic Danish Meatballs

These spicy Danish frikadeller are a zesty take on a traditional comfort food, paired with a tangy cranberry relish.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Frikadeller

500g ground pork

1 small onion

finely chopped

1 egg

2 tablespoons breadcrumbs

1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Cranberry Relish

200g fresh cranberries

100g sugar

1 orange

zested and juiced

1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger

For the Cooking

2 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Garnish

Fresh parsley

chopped

Lemon wedges

Preparation

Preparing the Frikadeller

Mix Ingredients

Combine ground pork, onion, egg, breadcrumbs, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.

Blend Well

Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Chill Batter

Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.

Making the Cranberry Relish

Combine Ingredients

In a saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, orange zest, juice, and grated ginger.

Cook Relish

Stir over medium heat until cranberries burst and mixture thickens.

Cool Relish

Remove from heat; let cool before transferring to a serving dish.

Ensure the relish is cooled before serving to allow flavors to develop. Pro Tip: Make the relish in advance for deeper flavor integration.

Cooking Process

Roll and Shape

Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and flatten slightly.

Fry Frikadeller

Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook frikadeller until golden brown on each side.

Finish Cooking

Ensure the internal temperature of frikadeller reaches 70°C (160°F).

Plating & Serving