Swedish Meatballs
Swedish meatballs are tender, spiced beef meatballs in a rich, creamy gravy. The savory sauce, warmed with a hint of nutmeg, coats every meatball in comfort. Serve them over egg noodles or mashed potatoes for a cozy dinner.
- ⏱ 40 min
- 📊 easy
- 🍽 Family
Ingredients
- 700 g ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/2 onion, grated
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- a pinch nutmeg
Instructions
- Mix the beef, breadcrumbs, egg, grated onion, nutmeg, salt, and pepper, then roll into small meatballs.
- Brown the meatballs in butter on all sides, then set aside.
- Whisk the flour into the pan drippings and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the broth and bring to a simmer until thickened.
- Stir in the cream and a pinch of nutmeg.
- Return the meatballs, simmer 10 minutes until cooked through, and serve over noodles.
💡 Chef's tip
Brown the meatballs well and build the gravy in the same pan; the fond left behind is the foundation of a deeply flavored sauce.
A pinch of nutmeg and allspice in both the meatballs and gravy is what gives Swedish meatballs their distinctive warm, subtly sweet flavor that sets them apart from Italian-style ones.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 16 g
- Fat: 30 g
