Description
Delicious Swedish meatballs are a comforting classic that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. These tender, juicy morsels are generously coated in a creamy, savory sauce that enhances their rich flavor profile. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures an unforgettable dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; brown meatballs on all sides (about five minutes) before removing them from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, simmer beef broth over medium heat; whisk in heavy cream and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and let them simmer in the sauce for about ten minutes.
- Serve warm over mashed potatoes or pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (130g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Substitute ground turkey or lamb for different flavors. Add spices like nutmeg or allspice for extra depth. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.