Jen's Swedish Meatballs
Swedish meatballs are a timeless dish—tender, savory orbs of ground beef and pork, lightly spiced and bound with breadcrumbs and egg, then bathed in a rich, golden gravy. The texture is impossibly tender yet sturdy enough to hold their shape, while the sauce, infused with caramelized onions and a hint of nutmeg, delivers deep, umami-rich flavor with just enough sweetness to balance the salt. This isn’t just a recipe; it’s a cozy, restaurant-worthy meal that comes together with minimal effort but maximum comfort, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a gathering where you want to impress without fuss.
Ingredients
- beef300.0 grams
- breadcrumbs5.0 tablespoons
- egg1.0
- pork300.0 grams
- salt and pepper0.25 teaspoon
- water3.0 tablespoons
- onion1.0
Nutrition
Directions
- 1
Finely chop the onion and sauté in a pan with a little oil until soft and translucent.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, pepper, and water.
- 3
Add the sautéed onion to the meat mixture and mix thoroughly until well combined.
- 4
Shape the mixture into small, uniform meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- 5
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add oil. Brown the meatballs on all sides, working in batches if needed.
- 6
Once browned, reduce heat to low and cover the skillet. Cook for 10-15 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through.
- 7
Remove the meatballs from the skillet and keep warm. Optionally, make a gravy from the pan drippings by adding cream and flour.
- 8
Serve the meatballs hot with lingonberry jam, mashed potatoes, or egg noodles.
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