Best Easiest Swedish Meatballs
Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with this Best Easiest Swedish Meatballs recipe! Perfectly tender meatballs made with a flavorful combination of ground beef, pork, and warm spices like allspice and nutmeg are simmered in a rich, velvety cream sauce that's irresistibly satisfying. With only 20 minutes of prep time and simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth, this recipe is both quick to make and bursting with classic flavors. Serve these hearty meatballs over creamy mashed potatoes, buttery egg noodles, or fluffy rice for a meal that the whole family will love. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this easy Swedish meatball recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. A restaurant-quality dish that’s beginner-friendly and absolutely delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g ground beef
- 250 g ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 small, finely diced onion
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1.5 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp ground allspice
- 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2.5 cups beef broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp, chopped (optional, for garnish) fresh parsley
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 5 minutes to soak.
Add ground beef, ground pork, egg, diced onion, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, allspice, and nutmeg to the breadcrumb mixture. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
Shape the mixture into small meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a plate or tray.
In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add half the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides and fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove them from the skillet and repeat with the remaining meatballs, adding the remaining butter if necessary.
Once all the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the skillet. Leave about 2 tablespoons of fat in the skillet (add a bit more butter if needed).
Sprinkle flour into the skillet and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Gradually pour in beef broth while whisking to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Return the meatballs to the skillet, coating them with the sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 222.3 g | 285% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.4 g | 487% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 986 mg | 329% | |
| Sodium | 5668 mg | 246% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.2 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 183.0 g | 366% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 19.1 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 2042 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
