Swedish-style Testa di Turco

Ingredients

In the Swedish-style Testa di Turco, we have adapted the original Italian dish to Swedish cuisine by incorporating traditional Swedish spices and flavors. The use of ground beef, pork, and veal adds richness to the meatloaf, while the lingonberry sauce provides a distinct Swedish twist. Additionally, the serving suggestion of mashed potatoes or lingonberry jam complements the flavors of the dish and enhances the overall Swedish dining experience. We alse have the original recipe for Testa di Turco, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) ground beef 500g (1.1 lb) ground beef
• 250g (0.55 lb) ground pork 250g (0.55 lb) ground pork
• 250g (0.55 lb) ground veal 250g (0.55 lb) ground veal
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 eggs 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Lingonberry sauce, for serving Lingonberry sauce, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1880 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 25g, 9g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 15g, 3g
• Protein: 40g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, pork, veal, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, eggs, salt, black pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
3. 3.
   Transfer the meat mixture to a greased loaf pan and press it down firmly.
4. 4.
   Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 70°C (160°F).
5. 5.
   Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
6. 6.
   Serve the Swedish-style Testa di Turco slices with lingonberry sauce on the side.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Ground beef, pork, and veal — Make sure to use lean ground meats for a healthier meatloaf. If desired, you can substitute ground chicken or turkey for any of the meats.
• Lingonberry sauce — If lingonberry sauce is not available, you can substitute it with cranberry sauce or red currant jelly for a similar tangy flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For added flavor, you can sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic before adding them to the meat mixture.
• To ensure a moist meatloaf, avoid overmixing the ingredients. Mix until just combined.
• Letting the meatloaf rest for a few minutes after baking allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more flavorful and tender meatloaf.
• Serve the Swedish-style Testa di Turco with a side of creamy mashed potatoes and lingonberry jam for a traditional Swedish meal.
• Leftover meatloaf can be sliced and used in sandwiches or served cold as part of a picnic spread.

Serving advice

Serve the Swedish-style Testa di Turco slices on a platter, drizzled with lingonberry sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley or lingonberries for an attractive presentation.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, you can shape the meatloaf into a traditional loaf shape or mold it into individual portions using a muffin tin. Serve the lingonberry sauce in a small bowl on the side for dipping or drizzling over the meatloaf.