Best 4 Flavorful Swedish Meatballs Recipes

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**Swedish Meatballs: A Culinary Journey to Sweden's Beloved Comfort Food**

Embark on a culinary adventure to the heart of Swedish cuisine with our delightful Swedish Meatballs recipe. These tender and flavorful meatballs, enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce, are a testament to the culinary artistry of Sweden. Our carefully curated collection of recipes offers a diverse range of options to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the charming streets of Stockholm. From the classic Swedish Meatballs with Lingonberry Jam to the innovative Sweet and Sour Swedish Meatballs, our recipes cater to every palate and cooking skill level.

**Classic Swedish Meatballs with Lingonberry Jam:** Indulge in the traditional taste of Swedish Meatballs, lovingly crafted with a blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned to perfection with a harmonious balance of spices. Served atop a bed of creamy gravy and accompanied by tangy Lingonberry Jam, these meatballs embody the essence of Swedish comfort food.

**Sweet and Sour Swedish Meatballs:** Experience a unique fusion of flavors with our Sweet and Sour Swedish Meatballs. Marinated in a tantalizing blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar, these meatballs are coated in a glossy sauce that strikes a perfect equilibrium between sweet and sour. Prepare to be captivated by the vibrant colors and irresistible taste of this contemporary take on a Swedish classic.

**Chicken Swedish Meatballs:** Discover a lighter and healthier alternative with our Chicken Swedish Meatballs. Ground chicken replaces the traditional beef and pork, resulting in tender and succulent meatballs that are lower in fat. Served with a velvety mushroom sauce, these meatballs offer a delectable and nutritious twist on the beloved Swedish dish.

**Swedish Meatball Soup:** Transform your meatballs into a hearty and comforting soup. Our Swedish Meatball Soup recipe combines tender meatballs, diced vegetables, and a rich broth, creating a nourishing and flavorful one-pot meal. This soul-warming soup is perfect for a cozy dinner or a quick and easy lunch.

**Swedish Meatballs with Creamy Dill Sauce:** Delight in the aromatic flavors of dill with our Swedish Meatballs with Creamy Dill Sauce. A luscious and creamy sauce, infused with fresh dill, envelops the tender meatballs, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Prepare to be enchanted by this delightful and elegant rendition of Swedish Meatballs.

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THE BEST TURKEY MEATBALLS



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These juicy meatballs with a tender, light texture are packed with flavorful herbs. The meat mixture is softer than you might expect, thanks to the addition of ricotta, but sacrificing a perfectly round shape is worth it. You'll make these turkey meatballs so often you just might forget about your beef meatball recipe.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 12 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons canola oil
3/4 cup finely ground fresh breadcrumbs (from 3 to 4 slices white bread, crusts removed)
1/2 cup milk
1 pound ground turkey (93/7 ratio)
1/2 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
1 clove garlic, grated
1/4 cup packed parsley leaves, finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons chopped)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and drizzle the olive oil and canola oil in an even layer over the paper.
  • Pour the breadcrumbs into a large mixing bowl, pour the milk over top and stir to fully moisten the breadcrumbs. Add the remaining ingredients to the mixing bowl and mix with your hands just until combined.
  • Scoop 1/4-cupfuls of meatball mixture and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet; you should have 12 meatballs. Gently roll them into balls. Bake until bottoms are golden brown, about 15 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees F and continue to bake for 15 to 20 minutes more until the meatballs are cooked through.

AUTHENTIC SWEDISH MEATBALLS



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This recipe is one of my earliest food memories. Every Christmas Eve, my family enjoys an authentic Swedish Smorgasbord, of which this is an essential part. My mother still tells tales (and I'm 40) of me as a toddler, standing by the dish of meatballs and eating as many as I could hold. These are not spicy, like most Scandinavian food, but have a great flavor and texture. In fact, they are so soft, that I usually chill the meat mixture before rolling and frying to avoid meatballs with flat sides. I've included the directions for the gravy, which I usually don't make, as it's traditional, but the balls are wonderful without it on any buffet table, or as an addition to a potluck. They are also good cold, straight from the fridge. If you like to do OAMC cooking, these freeze beautifully, in fact, I never make less than 100 meatballs at a time, lightly brown them, then flash freeze to finish later. The traditional recipe calls for a mix of beef, pork, and veal- if you object to veal, they work equally well with an even mix of beef and pork. Don't try to use these as an option for spaghetti, the seasonings just don't match. Prep time does not include chilling the meat mixture or the prepared meatballs.

Provided by IngridH

Categories     Meat

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons onions, grated
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1/2 lb ground veal
1 egg
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
butter or oil
pan juices
1 tablespoon flour
3/4 cup cream (whole milk works in a pinch)
salt
white pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a skillet.
  • Saute onions in the butter until golden.
  • Soak the bread crumbs in the milk.
  • To the bread mixture, add the meats, egg, onion, allspice, salt, and pepper. Mix until a smooth texture is achieved.
  • Chill mix for an hour or so, to firm it up.
  • Form mix into meatballs, using 1-2 tablespoons of meat per ball. (these should be smaller than a golf ball). If you are making these on a warm day, you might want to chill the formed balls again, so that you don't get flat sides when you fry them.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat.
  • Melt a small amount of butter (traditional) or oil in the pan.
  • Add enough meatballs to fill the pan very loosely.
  • Shake the pan as you fry the balls, to keep the round shape as they cook. Continue to cook until they are evenly brown on all sides.
  • Remove each batch to a warm platter in the oven, as you fry the rest.
  • If you wish to make the gravy, deglaze the pan with a little water after each batch, and reserve the resulting drippings in a bowl.
  • For the gravy:.
  • When all of the meatballs have been fried, mix the flour and cream (or milk), and add to the reserved pan drippings in the skillet.
  • Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • If the mixture is too thick, add a bit of cream (or milk) to thin, then taste and season with salt and/or pepper as needed.
  • Pour gravy over warm meatballs and serve with boiled potatoes and lingonberry sauce.

FLAVORFUL SWEDISH MEATBALLS



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Our kids-Garrett, 10, and Heather, 5-love to roll the ground beef and pork mixture into these moist meatballs. We enjoy them prepared in a creamy gravy. But the frozen meatballs also are great additions to soups and stews, or to stir into spaghetti sauce and serve over pasta. -Stacy Thomas Anchorage, Alaska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 2 batches (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup ketchup
3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
2 pounds ground beef
1 pound ground pork
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):
1 envelope brown gravy mix
1/2 cup sour cream
Dash each nutmeg and pepper
Hot cooked noodles

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Crumble meat over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls (about 6 dozen). , Place meatballs on greased racks in shallow baking pans. Bake at 400° for 20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°., In a large skillet, prepare gravy mix according to package directions. Add half of the meatballs; cover and cook for 10 minutes or until heated through. Remove from the heat; stir in the sour cream, nutmeg and pepper. Serve with noodles. Freeze option: Cool half of the meatballs; place in a freezer container. May be frozen for up to 3 months. Completely thaw in the refrigerator. Proceed as directed, increasing cooking time as needed to thoroughly heat the meatballs.

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MOM'S SWEDISH MEATBALLS



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Mom fixed this Swedish meatball recipe for all sorts of family dinners, potluck suppers and PTA meetings. The scent of browning meat is intoxicating. Add to that the sweet smell of onions caramelizing, and everyone's mouth starts watering. -Marybeth Mank, Mesquite, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 medium onion, chopped
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 pounds ground beef
GRAVY:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2-3/4 cups 2% milk
2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed beef consomme, undiluted
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt
NOODLES:
1 package (16 ounces) egg noodles
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. meatballs (about 36). In a large skillet over medium heat, brown meatballs in batches. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain, reserving drippings in pan., For gravy, stir flour into drippings; cook over medium-high heat until light brown (do not burn). Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Stir in the consomme, Worcestershire sauce, pepper and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Reduce heat to medium-low; return meatballs to pan. Cook, uncovered, 15-20 minutes longer or until meatballs are cooked through, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, cook noodles according to package directions. Drain; toss with butter. Serve with meatball mixture; sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 837 calories, Fat 33g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 256mg cholesterol, Sodium 1744mg sodium, Carbohydrate 82g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 50g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground beef and pork: This will give the meatballs a more tender and flavorful texture.
  • Grate the onion: This will help to evenly distribute the onion flavor throughout the meatballs.
  • Use panko breadcrumbs: These will help to absorb the excess moisture and keep the meatballs from becoming too dry.
  • Season the meatballs generously: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to give the meatballs plenty of flavor.
  • Brown the meatballs before simmering them: This will help to develop their flavor and give them a nice crust.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what will really make the meatballs shine. Use a sauce that is rich and flavorful, such as a tomato sauce or a gravy.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sides: Mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or roasted vegetables are all great options.

Conclusion:

Swedish meatballs are a classic dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be served with a variety of sides. With a little bit of planning, you can make a delicious and satisfying meal that your family and friends will love.

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