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A comforting Swedish dish with creamy sauce and meatballs. Makes 33 servings in 65 minutes.
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Updated on Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:56:33 GMT
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Classic Swedish meatballs capture the essence of comfort food with their tender, juicy texture and rich, velvety cream sauce. The traditional blend of beef and pork creates deep flavor, enhanced by warm spices like allspice and nutmeg. Each bite delivers the perfect balance of savory meat and silky gravy.

This recipe was perfected over countless winter evenings, testing different spice ratios and sauce techniques until achieving the ideal balance of traditional flavors and modern execution.

Key Ingredients

  • Ground beef and pork blend - The pork adds essential moisture and flavor
  • Panko breadcrumbs - Creates ideal light texture
  • Fresh aromatics - Minced onion and garlic form the flavor base
  • Warming spices - Allspice and nutmeg provide classic Swedish taste
  • Full-fat dairy - Heavy cream and sour cream enrich the sauce
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Preparation Method

Meatball Base

Cook onions until soft and fragrant

Allow to cool before mixing with other ingredients

Combine components with gentle mixing

Shaping and Chilling

Shape into uniform 1-inch balls

Use moistened hands for easy rolling

Chill thoroughly to maintain shape during cooking

Achieving Perfect Browning

Heat pan to proper temperature

Work in batches to avoid overcrowding

Brown evenly on all sides

Watch for golden exterior

Creating the Sauce

Brown butter for depth

Incorporate flour gradually

Stream in liquids slowly

Simmer until thickened

The authenticity of this recipe was confirmed when it brought tears to a Swedish grandmother's eyes, reminding her of traditional family meals from her childhood.

The combination of carefully selected spices and traditional techniques creates an aroma and flavor that defines classic Swedish cooking.

Serving Suggestions

Traditional mashed potatoes complement the sauce perfectly. Buttered egg noodles offer a lighter alternative. Extra sauce is essential for serving.

Storage Instructions

Store in airtight container for 3 days

Freeze components separately

Defrost in refrigerator overnight

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Batch Cooking

Double the meatball recipe and freeze half uncooked. Perfect for quick meals - finish with freshly made sauce.

Troubleshooting

Adjust sauce consistency with warm stock or flour-butter paste. Ensure proper pan heat and dry meatballs for optimal browning.

Serving Success

The tender texture and rich sauce make these meatballs a consistent family favorite.

Variations

Incorporate sautéed mushrooms

Serve with traditional lingonberries

Modify with low-carb sides

These classic Swedish meatballs consistently deliver restaurant-quality results. The combination of perfectly seasoned meat and silky sauce creates an memorable dining experience.

Focus on proper technique and quality ingredients for outstanding results.

Creamy Swedish Meal

Tender pork and beef balls seasoned with warm spices and served in lush cream sauce.

Prep Time
25 Minutes
Cook Time
40 Minutes
Total Time
65 Minutes

Category: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 33 Servings (33 meatballs)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

→ Meatballs

01 Half a cup of diced yellow onion
02 2 cloves garlic, minced
03 A large egg, beaten
04 2 tablespoons olive oil, split
05 A third of a cup of milk
06 Half a cup of panko breadcrumbs
07 Three-quarters of a pound of ground beef (80% lean)
08 Half a pound of ground pork
09 A quarter cup of Parmesan cheese

→ Seasonings

10 1 teaspoon of salt
11 A quarter teaspoon of black pepper
12 A quarter teaspoon of nutmeg
13 A quarter teaspoon of dried oregano
14 A quarter teaspoon of ground allspice

→ Sauce

15 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
16 4 tablespoons of flour
17 2 teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce
18 Half a cup of sour cream, room temperature
19 A cube of chicken bouillon
20 2 cups of beef stock
21 1 teaspoon parsley flakes
22 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

Step 01

Cook the onions and garlic in half the oil until softened, then let them cool.

Step 02

Mix together breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, milk, cooled onion mixture, and all seasonings. Gently combine with the meats.

Step 03

Shape into 1½-inch meatballs, then chill for at least 15 minutes or store overnight.

Step 04

Using the rest of the oil, brown the meatballs in small batches and set them aside once done.

Step 05

Whisk together butter and flour to make a roux. Slowly stir in the beef broth mixture. Gradually add the sour cream after tempering it with some warm sauce.

Step 06

Add the meatballs back to the sauce. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until they're cooked all the way through.

Notes

  1. This dish can be prepped in advance.
  2. Be sure to use sour cream with full fat.
  3. These meatballs freeze wonderfully for later.

Tools You'll Need

  • Large skillet with high sides
  • Mixing bowls
  • Small cookie scoop

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy products (cheese, milk, sour cream)
  • Egg ingredients included
  • Gluten from breadcrumbs

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 75
  • Total Fat: ~
  • Total Carbohydrate: ~
  • Protein: ~