Swedish Meatballs
- 20m Prep Time
- 30m Cook Time
- 50m Ready In
Classic Swedish meatballs in a rich gravy, made with a blend of ground pork and beef, seasoned with nutmeg and allspice.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp onions finely minced
- 3/4 lbs Ground pork
- 3/4 lbs Ground beef
- 2/3 cup fresh bread crumbs
- 1 cup water
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1/4 tsp ground pepper
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cup beef stock
Nutrition (per serving, estimated)
Estimated based off 12 of 14 identified ingredients (per 100 g food data, scaled by amount).
Vitamins & minerals
- Calcium: 34.9 mg
- Iron: 2.15 mg
- Magnesium: 30.6 mg
- Phosphorus: 236 mg
- Potassium: 492 mg
- Zinc: 3.72 mg
Let's Prepare
Collect
Gather these ingredients — no prep needed yet.
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3/4 lbs Ground pork
- 3/4 lbs Ground beef
- 2/3 cup fresh bread crumbs
- 1 cup water
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1/4 tsp ground pepper
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 cup beef stock
Prepare
- 1 tbsp onions, finely minced
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
Melt 1 Tbsp. butter in a small heavy skillet, add finely minced onions, and cook stirring until soft, about 1-2 minutes. Set aside.
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Step 2.
In a stand mixer, combine bread crumbs and water (or milk). Let stand a few minutes until softened.
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Step 3.
Add ground beef, ground pork, salt, black pepper, nutmeg, allspice, and the cooked onions. Beat on low speed until smooth, then on high until light and fluffy.
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Step 4.
Using a scoop, shape mixture into 2-inch balls, keeping hands wet to prevent sticking. Place on parchment paper.
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Step 5.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup butter. Cook meatballs in small batches until brown, then transfer to paper towels to drain.
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Step 6.
After all meatballs are cooked, reduce heat to medium, add 2 Tbsp. flour to the same pan, and cook until lightly brown.
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Step 7.
Slowly add 2 cups beef broth, stirring constantly, until a smooth gravy forms.