These classic Swedish meatballs are tender, flavorful, and coated in a velvety, savory gravy. Made with a blend of ground beef and pork, soaked breadcrumbs, and warm spices like nutmeg, they offer a comforting taste of Scandinavia. The creamy brown sauce, thickened with flour and enriched with sour cream, perfectly complements the juicy meatballs. Ideal for holiday dinners, cozy weeknight meals, or pairing with mashed potatoes and lingonberry jam.
Swedish Meatballs
Description
These classic Swedish meatballs are tender, flavorful, and coated in a velvety, savory gravy. Made with a blend of ground beef and pork, soaked breadcrumbs, and warm spices like nutmeg, they offer a comforting taste of Scandinavia. The creamy brown sauce, thickened with flour and enriched with sour cream, perfectly complements the juicy meatballs. Ideal for holiday dinners, cozy weeknight meals, or pairing with mashed potatoes and lingonberry jam.Ingredients
Directions
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Soak bread crumbs in milk until softened.
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Mix softened bread, cooked onion, meat, eggs, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and paprika thoroughly until smooth and light.
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Shape meat mixture into small balls, dusting hands with flour while shaping.
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Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a large frying pan and fry meatballs until golden brown on all sides.
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Remove meatballs from the pan and set aside.
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In the same pan, add meat extract and flour, stirring until well blended.
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Add water and a few grains of pepper, cooking and stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
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Reduce heat to very low and cook for 5 minutes.
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Stir in sour cream, one rounded tablespoon at a time, ensuring each addition is fully blended before adding more.
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Return meatballs to the gravy, cover the pan, and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
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Serve in a deep casserole and sprinkle with minced parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 906.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 30.3g47%
- Saturated Fat 11.0g56%
- Cholesterol 132.8mg45%
- Sodium 1062.7mg45%
- Total Carbohydrate 94.8g32%
- Dietary Fiber 9.2g37%
- Sugars 2.0g
- Protein 58.8g118%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Use a mix of ground beef and pork for the best flavor and texture, though veal or turkey can be substituted.
Ensure the meatballs are cooked through before adding them to the gravy to prevent the sauce from becoming greasy.
If the gravy is too thick, add a little more water or broth to reach your desired consistency.
Serve with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or lingonberry jam for a traditional Swedish meal.
