
Swedish Meatballs
Swedish meatballs are the ultimate cozy, restaurant-worthy dish—tender, lightly spiced meatballs blanketed in a rich, velvety gravy. The blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned with just a whisper of allspice and black pepper, delivers a balanced warmth without overpowering the dish, while the gravy’s silky texture contrasts beautifully with the meatballs’ tender bite. Served over creamy mashed potatoes, this dish feels indulgent yet approachable, making it a surefire way to turn a weeknight dinner into something special.
Ingredients
- Ground beef500g
- Ground pork250g
- Breadcrumbs100g
- Onion, finely chopped1
- Egg1
- Milk100ml
- Salt1 tsp
- Black pepper1/2 tsp
- Allspice1/2 tsp
- Butter2 tbsp
- Flour2 tbsp
- Beef broth250ml
- Heavy cream100ml
Nutrition
Directions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, egg, milk, salt, black pepper, and allspice. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a golf ball. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add the meatballs, cooking until browned on all sides.
- 3
Once browned, remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, whisk in the flour to form a roux, then slowly add beef broth and cream, stirring until smooth. Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer for 10 minutes until cooked through and the sauce thickens.
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