Description
Classic Swedish Meatballs are tender, spiced beef meatballs simmered in a rich and creamy gravy—perfect comfort food! This easy Swedish Meatball recipe brings cozy Scandinavian flavors to your table, ideal for family dinners or meal prep. Serve with mashed potatoes or noodles and a spoonful of lingonberry jam for authentic flair.
Ingredients
- For the Meatballs:
- Ground beef
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Milk
- Egg
- Onion, finely chopped
- Garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Ground allspice
- Ground nutmeg
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Olive oil
- For the Gravy:
- Butter
- All-purpose flour
- Beef broth
- Heavy cream
- Worcestershire sauce
- Dijon mustard
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Mix breadcrumbs and milk in a bowl; let soak for a few minutes.
- Add beef, egg, onion, garlic, parsley, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- Shape into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown meatballs in batches until fully cooked. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and stir in flour to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in beef broth, cream, Worcestershire, and Dijon mustard. Simmer until thickened.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer a few minutes more.
- Serve hot over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Bake meatballs at 400°F for 15–20 minutes for a lighter version.
- For dairy-free, sub oat milk and coconut cream.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra texture.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour for a gluten-free dish.
- Store in fridge 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on stovetop with added broth or cream if needed.
