The Best Swedish Meatballs

Swedish meatballs are a rich, comforting dish featuring tender, juicy meatballs coated in a creamy, flavorful gravy. Traditionally served with mashed potatoes or egg noodles, this dish is a family favorite that’s both hearty and delicious.

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

• 1 pound ground beef
• ½ pound ground pork
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• ¼ cup milk
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon ground allspice
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons butter (for frying)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying)

For the Creamy Gravy:

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Meatballs

1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, egg, milk, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix until just combined—don’t overwork the meat.
2. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a plate.

Step 2: Cook the Meatballs

1. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the meatballs in batches, cooking for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally until browned on all sides.
3. Transfer the cooked meatballs to a plate and set aside.

Step 3: Make the Gravy

1. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, whisking constantly.
3. Slowly whisk in beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
4. Stir in heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard.
5. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until thick and smooth.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4: Combine & Serve

1. Return the meatballs to the skillet, tossing them in the creamy gravy.
2. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the meatballs to absorb the flavors.
3. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

Tips & Variations

• For extra tenderness, soak the breadcrumbs in milk for 5 minutes before mixing.
• Want a richer gravy? Add a splash of soy sauce for depth of flavor.
• Make it lighter by using half-and-half instead of heavy cream.

This Swedish Meatball recipe is the ultimate comfort food—creamy, flavorful, and absolutely irresistible! 🍽✨