Meatballs (Kjøttkaker) in Brown Gravy with Mushy Peas
Classic meatballs in brown gravy are a timeless family favorite that brings everyone together around the dinner table. With mild, comforting flavors, velvety smooth gravy, and sweet mushy peas, this is a dish everyone knows and cherishes for everyday meals.
In short
Traditional meatballs served with a rich brown gravy, mushy peas, and boiled potatoes, ready in about 45 minutes.
Ingredients
- Ground beef or pork mince500 g
- Salt1 tsp
- Freshly ground black pepper0.5 tsp
- Ground nutmeg0.25 tsp
- Potato starch2 tbsp
- Milk or water1.5 dl
- Butter for frying and gravy3 tbsp
- All-purpose flour3 tbsp
- Beef broth or stock6 dl
- Frozen green peas350 g
- Potatoes800 g
Instructions
- 1
Peel or wash the potatoes, and boil them until tender in lightly salted water for approx. 20-25 minutes.
- 2
Stir the ground meat with the salt in a bowl until sticky. Add pepper, nutmeg, and potato starch, and gradually add the milk or water until you have a smooth, pliable mixture.
- 3
Shape round meatballs using a moistened tablespoon and the palm of your hand. Brown them well over medium-high heat in a frying pan with butter for a couple of minutes on each side.
- 4
Melt the butter in a saucepan, stir in the flour, and cook the roux while stirring until it turns nut-brown. Gradually add the hot broth while whisking vigorously, and let the gravy simmer for 10 minutes.
- 5
Transfer the browned meatballs into the brown gravy, and let them simmer over low heat for about 10-15 minutes until heated through.
- 6
Bring the peas to a boil in a small amount of water with a pinch of salt. Drain the water, add 1 tablespoon of butter, and coarsely mash the peas using a potato masher or immersion blender.
Questions and answers
Can meatballs be frozen?
Yes, you can freeze both cooked meatballs on their own and meatballs in brown gravy in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
How do I make the dish gluten-free?
Use gluten-free breadcrumbs or potato starch in the meat mixture, and thicken the brown gravy with gluten-free flour or cornstarch.
What are the best side dishes for meatballs?
Boiled potatoes, mushy peas, and stirred lingonberries are the most classic side dishes that balance the flavors perfectly.
How long does Meatballs (Kjøttkaker) in Brown Gravy with Mushy Peas take?
About 45 minutes in total: 15 minutes prep and 30 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 11 ingredients: Ground beef or pork mince, Salt, Freshly ground black pepper, Ground nutmeg, Potato starch, Milk or water …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
