Swedish Meatballs are a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender, spiced meatballs served in a rich, creamy gravy. Made with a blend of ground beef and pork, the meatballs are savory and moist. The luscious sauce, often made with beef broth, cream, and a touch of Dijon mustard, pairs perfectly with the meatballs. Traditionally served over mashed potatoes or egg noodles, and sometimes accompanied by lingonberry jam, Swedish Meatballs are a hearty, satisfying meal that’s beloved worldwide.
Swedish Meatballs
Ingredients
MEATBALLS
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 1 clove of garlic (crushed or minced)
- 2/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 5 tbsp milk
- salt and pepper, to taste
SAUCE
- Dash of oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup vegetable stock
- 2/3 cup beef stock
- 2/3 cup thick double cream
- 2 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
MEATBALLS
- In a large bowl, combine the beef and pork. Mix thoroughly to break up any lumps. Add the chopped onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, and egg. Mix well. Add milk and season well with salt and pepper.
- Roll the mixture into small meatballs and place on a clean plate. Cover and refrigerate for two hours.
- In a large frying pan, heat oil on medium heat. Once the pan is heated, gently add the meatballs and brown on all sides.
- Heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the meatballs in an oven-safe dish and cook for 30 minutes.
SAUCE
- In a skillet or frying pan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter.
- Whisk in 3 tablespoons of flour and stir continuously for 2 minutes.
- Add 2/3 cup of vegetable stock and 2/3 cup of beef stock and continue to stir.
- Add 2/3 cup of double cream, 2 teaspoons of soy sauce and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard. Bring to a simmer and allow sauce to thicken. Continue to stir.
- Pour the cream sauce over meatballs and enjoy!
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