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Danish Meatballs — traditional dish from Copenhagen, Denmark
Main course Meat

Food Flavour DNA

Nutritional Values

🔥550kcal
💪40gProtein
🌾18gCarbs
🥑38gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🥛 Dairy

Danish Meatballs

How to order / say it
Say it Frikadeller — [FRI-ka-del-er]
Order I'd like the frikadeller, please.
Locally Jeg vil gerne have frikadeller, tak.
Say locally

Pan-fried meatballs made from a mixture of ground meats, often served with potatoes.

Why try it?

Frikadeller represents Danish comfort food at its finest, offering insight into typical home-cooked meals in Denmark. Its simplicity is matched by its hearty flavors, making it a family favorite.

How it tastes

Crispy on the outside, these meatballs exude a warm, savory richness from the blend of pork and beef. The tender interior is lightly seasoned, offering a comforting umami taste.

Origin & History — first documented: 1750

Frikadeller can be traced back to the mid-18th century as a versatile food fit for any occasion. Originally consumed by farmers, it became widespread and iconic over time due to its affordability and satisfying nature.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 250 g ground pork
  • 🥩 250 g ground beef
  • 🧄 100 g onion
  • 🌾 50 g breadcrumbs
  • 🥚 1 egg
  • 🥛 50 ml milk

Method

  1. 1 Mix ground meats with grated onion, breadcrumbs, egg, and milk.
  2. 2 Shape into small meatballs with hands.
  3. 3 Fry meatballs in a skillet until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. 4 Serve hot with boiled potatoes or bread.

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