Norwegian karbonader — lightly spiced lean beef patties pan-fried until browned and topped with sweet caramelised onions. Comforting with potatoes and brown sauce.
- 2 Onion
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1/2 tbs Cornstarch
- 50 ml Water
- 2 tblsp Butter
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Preparation
- Grate half an onion and set aside. Slice the rest of the onions and fry in butter over low-medium heat until caramelised.
- In a bowl, mix together the ground beef, grated onion, salt, pepper, nutmeg, cornstarch and water.
- Form into a sausage and cut into 6 patties, then lightly score a grid pattern into each with a knife.
- Brown both sides of the karbonader in butter over high heat, then turn down to low and fry for another 2–3 minutes.
- Serve with the caramelised onions, potatoes, stewed peas and brown sauce, or on a slice of bread for lunch.
