Pork meatballs with creamy mushroom sauce.

A recipe for absolutely delicious pork meatballs in a super creamy and tasty mushroom sauce. The meatballs are juicy, soft on the inside, and have a crispy skin. But it’s the sauce, which there is truly plenty of, that’s the star of this dish because it tastes exquisite. Altogether, it makes for a really delicious meal that will surely please everyone’s palate.

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Pork meatballs are so popular that many people have their favorite recipes passed down from generation to generation. It’s this tradition, homey taste, and love for food that keep pork meatballs as one of the most beloved dishes. Today, I want to show you this recipe…

But first, watch this video recipe for pork meatballs in a creamy mushroom sauce and see how easy it is to make them:

Good pork meat is very important. How to choose the best one?

When choosing pork for meatballs, consider the following tips:

1. Fat content: Look for a cut with a good amount of fat. This will keep your meatballs juicy and flavorful. Pork shoulder (also called Boston butt) or ground pork which usually has about 20-30% fat are excellent choices.
2. Freshness: Make sure the meat is fresh. It should be a bright, pink color, with white or cream-colored fat. Avoid meat that is gray or has a strong odor.
3. Grind: If you’re able to grind the meat yourself or have a butcher do it, you can control the texture of your meatballs. A coarser grind can give a nice texture to the meatballs.
4. Quality: Opt for organic or free-range pork if it’s available and fits within your budget. These options often come from pigs that have been raised under better conditions and can result in better flavor.
5. Ask the butcher: Don’t hesitate to ask the butcher for advice. They can guide you to the best cuts for making meatballs.

Remember, the quality of your ingredients will greatly affect the outcome of your dish. So it’s worth it to invest in good-quality pork for your meatballs.

I’m preparing a ‘panade’ for our meatballs. What is it and why am I doing this?

Mixing bread crumbs with milk before adding them to the rest of the ingredients is a process known as making a “panade”. It soaks up the milk and becomes soft, which helps to keep the ground meat juicy and moist, and the meatballs light and fluffy.

Additionally, the bread crumb and milk mixture helps to bind the ingredients of the meatballs together, preventing them from falling apart during cooking.

How to make Pork Meatballs with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

STEP 1.

First, prepare the meatballs. Pour the breadcrumbs into a deep plate or bowl and pour the milk over the breadcrumbs. Mix well until the breadcrumbs are thoroughly combined with the milk to form something like a thick paste – panade. In a bowl, combine the minced meat, finely chopped onion, finely chopped dill, two eggs, salt, and pepper, as well as the breadcrumbs (this paste mixed with milk – this is a panade). Wet your hands with water and thoroughly combine/knead all the ingredients together. It is also worth hitting the meat against the bottom of the bowl or the table top a couple of times to allow air bubbles to escape.

STEP 2.

Form the meat into fairly even meatballs. You can scoop them with a regular spoon or, for example, an ice cream scoop, and lightly coat them in breadcrumbs or flour. And now… You can either fry the meatballs in a pan or bake them in the oven. If you want to fry them, heat the oil well in the pan and carefully place the meatballs in the pan. Fry for a few minutes on each side over medium heat (about 5 minutes on each side – the meatballs should have a brown crust and be cooked inside.)

If you want to bake them in the oven, bake in a well-preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius (375 degrees Fahrenheit) for about 40 – 45 minutes. Without convection.

Put the fried or baked meatballs aside.

STEP 3

Now prepare the sauce. Slice the mushrooms into thin slices. Wipe the pan in which you fried the meatballs with a piece of kitchen paper and melt the butter in the pan. When the butter has melted, add the mushrooms and fry them for about 5-6 minutes. After this time, sprinkle them with wheat flour (all-purpose flour, plain flour) and gently mix the mushrooms with the flour. Fry the mushrooms with the flour for one minute.

STEP 4

Next, pour in the white wine (if you don’t use wine, don’t add it and skip to the next step) and keep it on the heat for one minute, stirring occasionally. Then pour in the cream, soy sauce, water (or broth) and mix well. Also add mustard, salt, and pepper. Keep on the heat for about 10 minutes – the sauce needs to noticeably thicken. At the end, add finely chopped parsley or dill.

STEP 5

Carefully place the meatballs in the sauce and keep on low heat for about 2 minutes (to ensure the meatballs are warm). I put mushrooms on the meatballs just for fun 🙂

STORING LEFTOVERS?

Prepared dishes, such as pork meatballs in a creamy mushroom sauce, should generally be stored in the refrigerator for no longer than 3-4 days. Remember that dishes should be kept in an airtight container.

You can also freeze the meatballs with sauce. Prepared and cooled meatballs with sauce can be safely frozen for a period of up to 2-3 months. Make sure they are tightly packed in appropriate freezing containers to minimize the risk of spoilage. Try to remove as much air as possible before sealing the containers or bags to reduce the risk of freezer burn.

What should I serve with pork meatballs?

Pork meatballs can be served in a variety of ways depending on personal preference and cultural traditions. Here are a few ideas:

1. With pasta: This is a classic way to serve meatballs, often seen in Italian cuisine. Spaghetti or other pasta types can be used, topped with the sauce in which the meatballs were cooked.
2. With mashed potatoes: Particularly common in Northern European countries like Sweden.
3. With rice: In many Asian cultures, meatballs are served with steamed rice.
4. In a sub: Meatball subs or sandwiches are a popular fast food item in many countries, especially in the United States.
5. With bread: In many Middle Eastern countries, meatballs can be served with flatbread and rice
6. As a tapas dish: In Spain, meatballs, or ‘albondigas’, are often served as part of a range of small dishes known as tapas.

Remember, the key is to balance the rich, hearty flavor of the meatballs with something lighter or with a different texture to provide a contrast.

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