Best 6 Swedish Meatballs With Rich Gravy Recipes

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**Swedish Meatballs with Rich Gravy: A Classic Comfort Food Dish**

Swedish meatballs are a classic comfort food dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. These tender and flavorful meatballs are made with a combination of ground beef and pork, and they are simmered in a rich and savory gravy. The meatballs are typically served with mashed potatoes, lingonberry jam, and pickled cucumbers. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for making Swedish meatballs from scratch, including tips for achieving the perfect texture and flavor. We also include a recipe for a delicious gravy that will complement the meatballs perfectly. Additionally, we offer a vegetarian version of the meatballs for those who prefer a meatless option. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's start cooking!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S SWEDISH MEATBALLS AND GRAVY



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This Swedish meatballs recipe has been passed down from a Swedish grandmother to her beautiful granddaughter. They are the best Swedish meatballs I've ever tasted! Even better than Ikea®! Easy to make, full of flavor, swimming in the most amazing creamy gravy sauce!

Provided by JACANA

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 24

½ cup milk
⅓ cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon heavy cream
1 large egg
1 large clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
1 pound ground beef
½ pound ground pork
½ medium onion, minced
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon salted butter
2 teaspoons olive oil
⅓ cup salted butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup vegetable broth
1 cup beef broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix milk, bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon cream, egg, garlic, salt, black pepper, white pepper, and allspice together in a large bowl. Set aside to soak until bread crumbs have absorbed the milk, at least 10 minutes.
  • Mix in beef, pork, onion, and parsley, using your hands to mix until well combined. Roll into about 24 small meatballs or 16 larger meatballs.
  • Heat butter and oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry meatballs in small batches until cooked through and browned on all sides, 10 to 12 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C). Transfer to a warm plate and cover with foil.
  • Add butter for gravy sauce to the pan juices. Melt over medium heat. Whisk in flour. Cook and whisk until flour dissolves and turns brown, about 5 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth, beef broth, cream, soy sauce, and Dijon. Bring to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper and mix to combine all of the flavors together. Continue to simmer until thickened, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add meatballs to the gravy. Toss gently to coat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 148.5 mg, Fat 37.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 19.2 g, Sodium 492.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

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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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 slices white bread, without the crusts, torn into pieces
1/4 cup milk
3/4 pound ground beef
3/4 pound ground pork
1 small red onion, grated or very finely chopped
1 egg
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Butter and vegetable oil for frying meatballs
2 cups beef stock
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 cup heavy cream
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, soak the bread in the milk until soft. In a large bowl, combine all the meatball ingredients except the butter and oil, and add the soaked bread. Mix thoroughly until smooth, it's best to use your hands for this. Shape into small, golf-ball size meatballs (by dipping your hands in cold water, the meatballs won't stick to your hands.)
  • Heat butter and oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs, about 8 to 10 at a time, and gently brown on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. Shake the skillet now and then so meatballs stay round and brown evenly. Place them on a heated baking pan in a low oven to keep warm.
  • To make gravy, deglaze the skillet with 1 cup of the stock, letting it simmer for 5 minutes while scraping the bottom of the skillet with a spatula. Strain the gravy into a clean saucepan and add the remaining 1 cup of stock. In a small bowl, mix the flour with 1/4 cup of cold water until smooth. Whisk flour mixture into warm gravy, and let simmer, whisking constantly to prevent lumps, until thickened slightly, about 3-5 minutes. Add the cream and season with salt and pepper.
  • To serve, arrange the meatballs on a serving platter, pour hot gravy over them, and garnish with parsley. Serve with boiled new potatoes, lingonberry sauce, and lefse.

JUICY AND TENDER SWEDISH MEATBALLS WITH RICH GRAVY RECIPE



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Swedish meatballs are, on the surface, pretty simple: a mix of pork and beef that's lightly spiced and served with a rich gravy. After some tinkering and fine-tuning, our ultimate version is as good on a plate with buttery potatoes and lingonberry jam as it is speared on a toothpick.

Provided by Daniel Gritzer

Categories     Dinner     Appetizers and Hors d'Oeuvres     Mains     Snacks

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 ounces (80g) fresh white bread, crusts removed, bread cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1 3/4 unpacked cups)
1/2 cup (120ml) milk
5 tablespoons (75g) unsalted butter, divided
1 medium onion, minced or grated, divided (see note)
1 pound 4 ounces (560g) ground beef chuck (about 20% fat)
12 ounces (340g) ground pork (about 25% fat)
4 teaspoons (18g) kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
2 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper, plus more for seasoning
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
Canola or vegetable oil, for frying
3 tablespoons (45g) flour
2 cups (480ml) homemade chicken stock or store-bought low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon (5ml) soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Minced flat-leaf parsley, to garnish
Buttered boiled Yukon Gold potatoes and lingonberry jam, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine bread with milk, tossing to coat. Let stand until bread is completely softened and most of the milk has been absorbed, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small skillet, melt 2 tablespoons (30g) butter over medium-high heat. Add half of minced onion and cook, stirring, until onion is golden and tender, about 7 minutes.
  • In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or in a food processor, combine ground beef, ground pork, soaked bread and any remaining milk, cooked onion, remaining raw onion, 4 teaspoons salt, eggs, white pepper, and allspice. Starting on low speed and increasing to medium-high, beat mixture until ingredients are thoroughly combined, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Dipping your hands in water as needed to prevent meatball mixture from sticking, roll roughly tablespoon-sized portions of meatball mixture into balls slightly smaller than golf-ball size. Transfer to lined baking sheet.
  • Set a rack over a clean baking sheet and heat oven to 200°F (90°C). Heat about 1/2 inch oil in a wide skillet to 350°F (177°C). Working in batches, lower meatballs into oil and fry, turning until well browned all over, about 2 minutes. Transfer browned meatballs to rack and keep warm in the oven.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt remaining 3 tablespoons (45g) butter over medium-high heat until foamy. Whisk in flour and cook, whisking, until raw flour smell is gone, about 3 minutes. Whisk in chicken stock, bring to a boil, lower heat to a simmer, and cook until thickened, about 3 minutes. Whisk in soy sauce and cider vinegar. Season with salt and white pepper.
  • Add meatballs to gravy and stir to coat. Simmer until meatballs are heated through. Serve right away with buttered potatoes and lingonberry jam, or speared with toothpicks as an hors d'oeuvre.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1256 kcal, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 380 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 93 g, SaturatedFat 30 g, Sodium 1622 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 89 g, ServingSize Makes 40 to 50 meatballs, serving 4 to 6 as a main course or 10 to 12 as an appetizer, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

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

BEST SWEDISH MEATBALLS



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Our family has been using this recipe for more than 40 years. The tender meatballs are made with a combination of beef, veal and pork, then spiced with nutmeg and ginger. If your family likes their meatballs a little milder, reduce the nutmeg to 1/2 teaspoon. Coffee adds nice color to the gravy, which is delicious over noodles.-Rev. Jim Thyren, West Pittston, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 egg, beaten
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 pound each ground beef, veal and pork
GRAVY:
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1/2 cup hot brewed coffee
Hot cooked egg noodles, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs and cream; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the egg, onion, parsley, salt, nutmeg and ginger. Crumble meat over mixture and mix well., Shape into 1-in. balls. Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until no longer pink. Drain on paper towels. , Transfer meatballs to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Scrape pan drippings into a small saucepan; stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in broth and coffee. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Pour over meatballs. , Bake, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly. Serve with noodles if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 24g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 135mg cholesterol, Sodium 878mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ground beef and pork: The quality of the meat will greatly impact the flavor of the meatballs. Look for ground beef and pork that is fresh and has a good fat content (at least 20%).
  • Season the meatballs well: Don't be shy with the seasonings! The meatballs should be flavorful even before they are cooked in the gravy.
  • Brown the meatballs in a hot skillet: This will help to create a nice crust on the outside of the meatballs and lock in the juices.
  • Simmer the meatballs in a rich gravy: The gravy is what really makes these meatballs special. Use a combination of beef broth, cream, and butter to create a rich and flavorful sauce.
  • Serve the meatballs with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice: These are all classic side dishes that go well with Swedish meatballs.

Conclusion:

Swedish meatballs are a classic dish that is loved by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be served with a variety of side dishes. Whether you are making them for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, these meatballs are sure to be a hit.

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