Description
Swedish meatballs are a comforting dish that combines tender meatballs with a rich, creamy sauce. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. With its delightful blend of spices and appealing presentation, these meatballs will quickly become a favorite at your table. Serve them over noodles or mashed potatoes for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, and egg. Mix gently until just combined.
- Form mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in size) and place on a baking sheet.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and brown meatballs in batches for about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove meatballs and set aside. In the same skillet, whisk flour into pan juices until smooth. Gradually add beef broth while stirring until simmering.
- Stir in heavy cream and let thicken slightly before adding sour cream. Return meatballs to the pan for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve garnished with parsley over noodles or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 meatballs (180g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg