Authentic Norwegian Kjøttkaker Meatballs

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp

corn starch (or potato starch)

1 1/2 tsp

all-purpose flour

1 tsp

paprika powder

3/4 tsp

salt

1/4 tsp

black pepper

1/4 tsp

ground nutmeg

1/3 cup

+ 1 tablespoon milk (or water)

1 lb

ground beef

Oil or butter for frying

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GRAVY:

1/4 cup

butter

1/4 cup

flour

1 tsp

onion powder OR a small, raw onion, finely chopped

2 cups

water

4 tsp

Better Than Bouillon Beef Base (or 4 bouillon cubes)

Drippings from the fried meatballs

1/4 cup

heavy cream (Optional)