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Norwegian Meal Balls (Karbonader

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These authentic Norwegian karbonader are made with twice-ground beef, breadcrumbs, and milk, pan-fried until golden brown. They are finished with a rich sauce of caramelized onions and beef broth, creating a comforting and flavorful dish. Perfect for a hearty dinner or a special occasion, this recipe delivers deep, savory tastes with a touch of sweetness.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1
Calories: 627.3
Description
These authentic Norwegian karbonader are made with twice-ground beef, breadcrumbs, and milk, pan-fried until golden brown. They are finished with a rich sauce of caramelized onions and beef broth, creating a comforting and flavorful dish. Perfect for a hearty dinner or a special occasion, this recipe delivers deep, savory tastes with a touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Fine, dry breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1 pound Round steak, ground twice
  • 1 Egg, beaten
  • 3 tablespoon Grated onion
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Monosodium glutamate
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon Pepper
  • 3 tablespoon Butter
  • 1/2 cup Beef broth (or boulion)
  • 1 lg Onion
  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • 2 tablespoon Butter
Directions
  1. 1
    Put bread crumbs in a large bowl.
  2. 2
    Pour milk over crumbs.
  3. 3
    Stir until blended.
  4. 4
    Add to bowl ground steak, egg, grated onion, salt, monosodium glutamate, nutmeg and pepper.
  5. 5
    Mix lightly until thoroughly blended.
  6. 6
    Shape into 2 1/2 inch x 1/4 inch patties.
  7. 7
    Heat 3 tbs butter in large skillet with tight fitting cover.
  8. 8
    Add patties to the skillet and cook over medium heat until patties are well browned.
  9. 9
    Turn to brown second side.
  10. 10
    Set patties aside in the skillet to keep warm.
  11. 11
    Prepare boullion if using (or have broth on hand).
  12. 12
    Clean large onion and cut into thin slices.
  13. 13
    In small skillet, heat 2 tbs butter.
  14. 14
    Add onion and cook over medium heat until lightly browned.
  15. 15
    Remove onion from skillet and put over meatballs.
  16. 16
    Drain off fat from skillet.
  17. 17
    Add 1 tbs sugar.
  18. 18
    Stir constantly with back of wooden spoon, heat until sugar is melted.
  19. 19
    Add the meat broth (or boullion) gradually and 2 tbs butter.
  20. 20
    Stir until well blended.
  21. 21
    Pour over meatballs and onions.
  22. 22
    Cover skillet and simmer 10 minutes

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 627.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 44.7g69%
Saturated Fat 23.2g116%
Cholesterol 174.1mg59%
Sodium 5172.7mg216%
Total Carbohydrate 10.4g4%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
Sugars 8.3g
Protein 43.4g87%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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