Best 8 Luchows Swedish Meatballs Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with the delectable flavors of Luchow's Swedish Meatballs, a culinary masterpiece that has captivated diners for generations. Originating from the iconic Luchow's restaurant in New York City, these meatballs are renowned for their tender and flavorful interiors, enveloped in a rich and savory sauce. Prepared with a blend of ground beef and pork, the meatballs are seasoned to perfection, capturing the essence of Swedish cuisine. Accompanied by a luscious sauce made from beef broth, sour cream, and spices, these meatballs offer a harmonious balance of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

The article provides two variations of this classic dish: the traditional Luchow's Swedish Meatballs and a simplified version for those seeking convenience. The traditional recipe meticulously guides you through the process of creating the meatballs from scratch, ensuring an authentic and flavorful experience. For those short on time, the simplified recipe offers a streamlined approach, utilizing pre-made meatballs and a flavorful sauce that captures the essence of the original dish.

Whether you choose the traditional or simplified method, this article equips you with all the necessary knowledge and instructions to recreate this beloved dish in the comfort of your own kitchen. Indulge in the rich history and exquisite taste of Luchow's Swedish Meatballs, a culinary gem that promises to delight your palate and transport you to a world of culinary bliss.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEDISH MEATBALLS RECIPE



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Recipe for Swedish Meatballs. Juicy and tender meatballs with a rich gravy sauce. Serve the meatballs over mashed potatoes, pure comfort food. This recipe makes 24 meatballs.

Provided by Valentina Ablaev

Categories     Easy/Medium

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb lean ground beef ((10%-15% fat))
1 lb ground pork
1 small onion (grated on star side of box grater)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 large egg
1/3 cup panko crumbs
1/4 cup whole milk
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp ground black pepper
¼ tsp ground allspice
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
2 Tbsp olive oil ((cooking oil), or as needed)
4 Tbsp unsalted butter
3 cups regular beef broth
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
½ tsp Dijon mustard
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a bowl combine the panko crumbs with milk. Add remaining ingredients for the meatballs and mix well. Shape into 24 meatballs.
  • Add 2 Tbsp oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, cook meatballs in 2 batches until golden brown and cooked through (6-7 minutes), turning as needed. Add more oil as needed. Remove from the skillet and cover to keep warm.
  • In the same skillet, melt the butter. Quickly whisk in the flour and cook until golden.
  • Stir in the broth, heavy whipping cream, Dijon and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook it thickens.
  • Add back the meatballs and toss in the gravy sauce. Cook until meatballs are heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 36 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 153 mg, Sodium 595 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SWEDISH MEATBALLS



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The trick to Alton Brown's moist Swedish Meatballs recipe, from Good Eats on Food Network, is white bread soaked in milk.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     appetizer

Time 55m

Yield approximately 30 meatballs, 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 slices fresh white bread
1/4 cup milk
3 tablespoons clarified butter, divided
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
A pinch plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 pound ground chuck
3/4 pound ground pork
2 large egg yolks
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups beef broth
1/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees F.
  • Tear the bread into pieces and place in a small mixing bowl along with the milk. Set aside.
  • In a 12-inch straight sided saute pan over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter. Add the onion and a pinch of salt and sweat until the onions are soft. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the bread and milk mixture, ground chuck, pork, egg yolks, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, black pepper, allspice, nutmeg, and onions. Beat on medium speed for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Using a scale, weigh meatballs into 1-ounce portions and place on a sheet pan. Using your hands, shape the meatballs into rounds.
  • Heat the remaining butter in the saute pan over medium-low heat, or in an electric skillet set to 250 degrees F. Add the meatballs and saute until golden brown on all sides, about 7 to 10 minutes. Remove the meatballs to an ovenproof dish using a slotted spoon and place in the warmed oven.
  • Once all of the meatballs are cooked, decrease the heat to low and add the flour to the pan or skillet. Whisk until lightly browned, approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually add the beef stock and whisk until sauce begins to thicken. Add the cream and continue to cook until the gravy reaches the desired consistency. Remove the meatballs from the oven, cover with the gravy and serve.

CLASSIC SWEDISH MEATBALLS



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I'm a "Svenska flicka" (Swedish girl) from northwest Iowa, where many Swedes settled at the turn of the century. This recipe was given to me by a Swedish friend. It's obviously a 20th century version of a 19th century favorite, since back then they didn't have bouillon cubes or evaporated milk! I think you'll agree that these modern-day "Kottbullar" are very tasty. -Emily Gould, Hawarden, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-2/3 cups evaporated milk, divided
2/3 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup fine dry bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon allspice
Dash pepper
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 teaspoons butter
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup cold water
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Canned lingonberries, optional

Steps:

  • Combine 2/3 cup evaporated milk with the next 5 ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly. Refrigerate until chilled., With wet hands, shape meat mixture into 1-in. balls. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Brown meatballs in batches. Dissolve bouillon in boiling water. Pour over meatballs; bring to a boil. Cover; simmer 15 minutes. , Meanwhile, stir together cold water and flour. Remove meatballs from skillet; skim fat, reserving juices. Add flour mixture and remaining evaporated milk to pan juices; cook, uncovered, over low heat, stirring until sauce thickens. , Return meatballs to skillet. Stir in lemon juice. If desired, top with lingonberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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.

LUCHOW'S SWEDISH MEATBALLS



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A delicious recipe taken from "Luchow's German Cookbook". Luchow's was a famous german restaurant that was located in New York City for many years.

Provided by Mark O.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb beef
1 lb pork loin
1 lb veal
2 tablespoons chopped shallots
2 garlic cloves, mashed
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 cup cream, whipped
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup sugar
salt
pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
4 tablespoons butter
cream

Steps:

  • Grind together beef, pork, and veal very fine, twice.
  • Mix meat with shallots, garlic, dill, whipped cream, eggs, and sugar.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste, cayenne, and Worcestershire.
  • Stir and mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon until well blended and smooth.
  • If necessary, add a little more cream.
  • Make into small, neat balls about 1 inch in diameter.
  • Saute in butter very slowly over medium heat.
  • Do not disturb them.
  • When half cooked, about 20 minutes, set pan in moderate oven (350F).
  • After another 20 to 25 minutes, add cream to make a thin gravy.

ELVA'S SWEDISH MEATBALLS (SMA KOTTBULLAR)



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Simply Succulent! A great dish that Bird's Dutch/German mom would make for me when I was growing up. It's overlooked sometimes how recipes are an heirloom of our family heritage. I'm glad she gave me this recipe to remember her with. For Chef #107583's lighter, healthier version, try Recipe #279517

Provided by 2Bleu

Categories     Meat

Time 2h

Yield 24 meatballs, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 lb ground beef
1/4 lb ground veal
1/4 lb ground pork
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup fresh breadcrumb
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 egg
1/2 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together the meats, white pepper, and soy sauce thoroughly. Set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, brown the onion in the 1 tbsp butter. Set aside.
  • in a med bowl, soak the bread crumbs in the cream. Set aside.
  • Add egg to the cooled onion mixture, then add that and the bread mixture then add that to the meat mixture. Work the mixture until well blended and smooth. Add more milk if neccessary to give a smooth consistency.
  • Roll the meat into bite-sized meatballs. Arrange meatballs on a baking sheet and cover with plastic wrap. Chill for at least 1 hour before cooking.
  • Melt a 1 stick of butter and put meatballs into a large frying pan. Let them brown, and shake the pan now and again so that they roll around, removing each one when they are ready. Add more butter to the pan if needed.
  • When all the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the pan. Strain juices from pan, keeping 1/4 cup of juices. wipe the pan clean.
  • Stir juice back into the pan with 1 tbsp flour to create a roux. Season with more white pepper. Pour cream into the pan and stir until slightly thickened.
  • Return meatballs to pan and coat with sauce. Let the meatballs bubble gently for a few minutes. Serve in a large party bowl with toothpicks inserted into a few meatballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610.7, Fat 55.1, SaturatedFat 31.5, Cholesterol 235.1, Sodium 616, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1, Protein 20.1

CLASSIC SWEDISH MEATBALLS



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Now you can recreate the meatballs you've enjoyed on furniture shopping trips at home...

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

400g lean pork mince
1 egg, beaten
1 small onion, finely chopped or grated
85g fresh white breadcrumbs
1 tbsp finely chopped dill, plus extra to serve
1tbsp each olive oil and butter
2 tbsp plain flour
400ml hot beef stock (from a cube is fine)

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the mince with the egg, onion, breadcrumbs, dill and seasoning. Form into small meatballs about the size of walnuts - you should get about 20.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan and brown the meatballs. You may have to do this in 2 batches. Remove from pan, melt the butter, then sprinkle over the flour and stir well. Cook for 2 mins, then slowly whisk in the stock. Keep whisking until it is a thick gravy, then return the meatballs to the pan and heat through. Sprinkle with dill and serve with cranberry jelly, greens and mash.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 22 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 26 grams protein, Sodium 1.73 milligram of sodium

MOM'S SWEDISH MEATBALLS



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One of our family's favorites. Taken from a swedish cookbook Mrs Malm got for my mother from Sweden. We usually made a thin white cream sauce in the pan the meatballs cooked in, or used a can of cream of mushroom soup. Have with mashed potatos and cooked vegetables.

Provided by Lee_tah

Categories     Pork

Time 25m

Yield 30 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1/2 cup mashed potatoes
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon ginger

Steps:

  • Mix together well and fry off in batches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.9, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 24.5, Sodium 47.9, Carbohydrate 0.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 5

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your meatballs will be. Look for fresh, lean ground beef and pork, and use high-quality bread crumbs and spices.
  • Season the meatballs well: Don't be afraid to add plenty of salt and pepper to the meatball mixture. This will help to enhance the flavor of the meatballs.
  • Brown the meatballs thoroughly: Browning the meatballs before simmering them in the sauce will help to develop their flavor and give them a nice crust.
  • Simmer the meatballs in a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes Swedish meatballs special. Use a combination of beef broth, cream, and spices to create a rich and flavorful sauce that will complement the meatballs perfectly.
  • Serve the meatballs with traditional accompaniments: Swedish meatballs are traditionally served with boiled potatoes, lingonberry jam, and pickled cucumbers. These accompaniments help to balance out the richness of the meatballs and provide a refreshing contrast.

Conclusion:

Swedish meatballs are a classic dish that is loved by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like your meatballs mild or spicy, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a delicious and comforting meal, give Swedish meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed.

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