Description
A classic Danish comfort food featuring savory beef patties served with a rich and flavorful brown gravy. This dish combines hearty flavors with a satisfying texture, perfect for a cozy family meal.
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) ground beef (minced beef)
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1 tsp salt (to taste)
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp unsalted butter (for frying)
1 cup low-sodium beef stock
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the minced beef, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until the ingredients come together. Avoid overworking the meat to keep the patties tender.
- Shape the mixture into four equal-sized patties, each about 2 cm thick.
- Heat 2 tbsp of butter in a frying pan over medium heat. When the butter begins to sizzle, add the patties. Cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Set the patties aside once done.
- In the same pan, melt another tablespoon of butter. Add the flour and stir continuously for about 2 minutes to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the beef stock and bring to a simmer. Let the gravy thicken for 5-7 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return the cooked patties to the pan with the gravy, spooning the gravy over them. Heat the patties through for 2-3 minutes to soak up the gravy.
Notes
Ensure not to overmix the beef mixture to keep the patties tender.
You can use store-bought breadcrumbs if fresh ones are unavailable.
For a thicker gravy, let it simmer a little longer to the desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Danish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 533 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 44 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
