Description
Authentic Swedish Meatballs served with a rich and creamy gravy, perfect for a comforting meal that brings classic Scandinavian flavors to your table.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter (for frying)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 5 minutes to absorb.
- Add ground beef, ground pork, chopped onion, egg, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to the breadcrumb mixture. Mix until well combined.
- Form into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add flour to the drippings and whisk to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the beef broth until smooth, then add the heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Simmer until thickened.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer in the gravy for 5-10 minutes.
- Serve hot, traditionally with mashed potatoes or lingonberry sauce.
Notes
- Use a mixture of pork and beef for the best flavor and texture.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying meatballs to ensure even browning.
- Adjust spices to taste if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 4-5 meatballs with gravy)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg