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Delicious Swedish Meatballs Recipe in 30 Minutes!

Swedish Meatballs Recipe

Tender beef meatballs seasoned with warm spices, simmered in a creamy, rich gravy. This comforting Swedish classic is quick, versatile, and perfect for weeknights or cozy family dinners.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Scandinavian inspired, Swedish
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Calories: 499kcal
Author: Jacob Allen
Servings: 6

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups/spoons
  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Whisk
  • Plate or baking sheet (for shaping meatballs)

Ingredients

Meatballs:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ cup onion finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Sauce:

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, parsley, spices, egg, salt, and pepper.
    In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, parsley, spices, egg, salt, and pepper.
  • Roll the mixture into small meatballs (about 1-inch size).
    Roll the mixture into small meatballs (about 1-inch size).
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet; cook meatballs until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
    Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet; cook meatballs until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, melt butter for the sauce. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  • Gradually add beef broth while whisking to avoid lumps.
  • Stir in heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Simmer until thickened.
    Stir in heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Simmer until thickened.
  • Add meatballs back into the sauce; simmer for 5–7 minutes to coat evenly.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with mashed potatoes or pasta and Easter Punch.
    Delicious Swedish Meatballs Recipe in 30 Minutes!

Nutrition

Calories: 499kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 162mg | Sodium: 712mg | Potassium: 327mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 987IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 2mg