Description
These traditional Swedish veal patties are tender and flavorful, made with ground veal mixed with breadcrumbs, milk, egg, and aromatic seasonings. Pan-fried to golden perfection and simmered in a creamy sour cream and beef broth sauce, they make a comforting meal perfect for serving alongside potatoes or bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground veal
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground veal, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, minced onion, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Mix until well combined to ensure even seasoning and binding.
- Form patties: Shape the mixture into evenly sized patties, about 1/2 inch thick, which will cook uniformly and retain moisture.
- Cook patties: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and cook until they are browned on both sides, approximately 3-4 minutes per side, creating a flavorful crust.
- Set patties aside: Once browned, remove the patties from the skillet and set them aside to rest while preparing the sauce.
- Make the sauce: Pour the beef broth into the same skillet and bring it to a simmer over medium heat, scraping up any browned bits for extra flavor.
- Add sour cream: Stir the sour cream into the broth, gently mixing to create a creamy sauce. Return the veal patties to the skillet, coating them with the sauce.
- Simmer: Let the patties simmer in the sauce for about 10 minutes or until the sauce thickens and the patties are fully cooked through.
- Serve: Serve the Swedish veal patties hot, ideally accompanied by boiled or mashed potatoes, or fresh bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Notes
- Ensure not to overmix the veal mixture to keep the patties tender.
- Use fresh breadcrumbs for a lighter texture; soaked breadcrumbs help keep the patties moist.
- You can substitute sour cream with crème fraîche or Greek yogurt for a slight variation in flavor.
- Serve with lingonberry jam for an authentic Swedish touch.
- Leftover patties can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently.
