Beef à la Lindstrøm

Beef à la Lindstrøm (Biff à la Lindstrøm) is a classic Scandinavian dish, especially popular in Sweden and Norway. It’s essentially a pan-fried ground beef patty enriched with beets, capers, onions, and pickles, giving it a sweet and tangy twist that’s both hearty and refined.

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🥩 Beef à la Lindstrøm Recipe

🕒 Prep Time: 20 min | 🍳 Cook Time: 10–12 min | 🍽 Servings: 4 patties

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🧂 Ingredients

• 500g (about 1 lb) ground beef

• 1/2 cup cooked or pickled beets, finely chopped or grated

• 2 tbsp capers, chopped

• 1 small onion, finely diced

• 2 tbsp pickles or cornichons, finely chopped (optional but traditional)

• 1 egg

• 2 tbsp breadcrumbs

• 1 tbsp butter + oil for frying

• Salt and pepper, to taste

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🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Mixture
   In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, beets, capers, onion, pickles, egg, and breadcrumbs. Season with salt and pepper. Mix until well combined, but don’t overwork the meat.

2. Shape the Patties
   Form the mixture into 4 even-sized patties (about 1–1.5 cm thick).

3. Cook the Patties
   Heat butter and a splash of oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook the patties for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

4. Rest and Serve
   Let the patties rest a couple of minutes before serving.

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🍽️ Traditional Sides

• Boiled or mashed potatoes

• Creamy gravy or a pat of butter on top

• Pickled beets or sliced cucumber salad

• Sometimes served with a fried egg on top

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📝 Notes

• You can use canned pickled beets or boil your own and add a splash of vinegar for tang.

• These patties are sometimes finished in the oven if thicker.

• For extra richness, add a bit of heavy cream to the meat mixture.