Description
Swedish Meatballs with Rich Gravy features tender meatballs made from a blend of ground beef and pork, soaked breadcrumbs, and warm spices, slow-cooked in a luscious, creamy gravy. This comforting dish delivers a melt-in-your-mouth texture paired with a silky sauce perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
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Meatball Ingredients
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
Gravy Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream or heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and allspice. Mix gently but thoroughly until evenly combined.
- Shape the Meatballs: Wet your hands slightly and roll the mixture into small, uniform balls about one inch in diameter to ensure even cooking and good sauce coverage.
- Cook the Meatballs: Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the meatballs, turning occasionally, until they develop a golden-brown crust and are cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Rich Gravy: In the same skillet, whisk in flour to absorb leftover fat and cook out the raw flour taste. Gradually add broth while stirring to create a smooth sauce. Finish by stirring in sour cream or heavy cream to add richness to the gravy.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked meatballs to the gravy, gently coating them. Let simmer together for a few minutes so the flavors meld perfectly before serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep meatballs tender.
- Use uniform-sized meatballs for even cooking.
- Use room temperature ingredients for better binding and cooking.
- Brown meatballs gently and avoid overcrowding the pan to achieve a golden crust.
- Make the gravy in the same pan to incorporate flavorful drippings.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Pan-frying and simmering
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 5 meatballs with gravy)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Swedish meatballs, meatballs with gravy, comfort food, creamy gravy, traditional Swedish recipe