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Swedish Meatballs

Tender, juicy meatballs enveloped in a creamy, savory sauce, perfect for family gatherings and comfort food cravings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Main Course
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound ground beef Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for dietary needs.
  • 1/4 cup grated onion
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Cooking Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons butter Can substitute with olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a luxurious sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated onion, milk, egg, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Mix until well combined but be careful not to overmix.
  2. Using your hands, form the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter).
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the meatballs, cooking until browned on all sides, about 8 minutes. Cook in batches if necessary.
  2. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the flour to create a roux for about 1 minute.
  3. Gradually whisk in the beef broth and bring to a simmer, then add the heavy cream and soy sauce, stirring until the sauce thickens.
  4. Return the meatballs to the skillet, coating them in the gravy, and heat for an additional 5 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve the Swedish Meatballs topped with the gravy alongside your preferred sides.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw overnight and warm gently in a skillet over low heat.