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Best Swedish Meatballs Recipe

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Swedish meatballs are a timeless comfort food, perfect for cozy dinners, festive holidays, or when you’re simply craving a rich and satisfying meal. With tender, well-seasoned meatballs and a creamy gravy that clings to every bite, this dish brings a taste of Scandinavian tradition to your table.

Ingredients

Scale

  • 500 g (1 lb) ground beef

  • 250 g (½ lb) ground pork

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 1 large egg

  • ½ cup breadcrumbs

  • ½ cup whole milk

  • ½ tsp ground allspice

  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • 2 Tbsp butter (for frying)

For the Gravy:

  • 2 Tbsp butter

  • 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups beef stock

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 5 minutes.

  • Sauté chopped onion in 1 Tbsp butter until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Cool slightly.

  • In a large bowl, mix ground beef, pork, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, cooked onion, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.

  • Shape mixture into 1–1.5 inch meatballs (about 25–30 meatballs).

  • Heat 1 Tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs in batches, turning to brown all sides. Remove and set aside.

  • In the same skillet, melt 2 Tbsp butter. Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.

  • Slowly whisk in beef stock until smooth. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.

  • Stir in heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

  • Return meatballs to the skillet. Simmer for 8–10 minutes, until cooked through and sauce thickens.

  • Garnish with parsley and serve with mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the meat mixture; it can make the meatballs tough.

  • Use low-sodium beef stock to control salt levels.

  • Lingonberry jam is a classic Swedish accompaniment.

  • For a lighter version, use milk instead of cream in the gravy.

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