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Swedish Meatballs

Irresistibly Creamy Swedish Meatballs That Comfort You

This creamy Swedish meatball recipe brings comfort, flavor, and nostalgia to your dinner table in just 45 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Aim for at least 80% lean
  • 1 lb Ground Pork Can substitute with more beef or turkey
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for a vegan alternative
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs can be used
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Fresh chopped onion is an option
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Allspice Nutmeg can be a substitute
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg Omit if not preferred
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper Freshly ground is preferable
For the Gravy
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For frying the meatballs
  • 2 tbsp Butter Margarine can be used
  • 3 tbsp Flour Cornstarch for gluten-free option
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Vegetable broth for a lighter sauce
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard as an alternative
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce as a substitute
  • 1 cup Full-Fat Sour Cream Greek yogurt for a healthier option
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Meatball Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, egg, panko breadcrumbs, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, allspice, nutmeg, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  2. With clean, damp hands, roll the mixture into 1¼ to 1½-inch meatballs, aiming for about 25-30 in total.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add meatballs in batches and cook for 5-7 minutes until evenly browned.
  4. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set them aside, keeping the browned bits in the pan.
  5. Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the skillet, and whisk in the flour to create a roux, cooking for 2 minutes.
  6. Gradually whisk in beef broth, then add Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  7. Return meatballs to skillet, cook for another 10 minutes until heated through and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  8. Stir in sour cream and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 3meatballsCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These meatballs can be made in larger batches for freezing and meal prep.

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