Cream Sauce for Meatballs Ikea Style
Recreate the iconic comfort of Swedish cuisine with this luxuriously creamy meatball sauce, inspired by the famous IKEA favorite. This "Cream Sauce for Meatballs IKEA Style" combines rich beef broth, velvety heavy cream, and a hint of soy sauce and Dijon mustard for a savory depth of flavor that effortlessly elevates any dish. The quick and easy preparation, featuring a classic roux made from butter and flour, ensures a perfectly smooth consistency every time. Ready in just 15 minutes, this irresistible sauce is perfect for drizzling over tender meatballs, creamy mashed potatoes, or even steamed veggies. Serve with a side of lingonberry jam for a truly authentic Swedish dining experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Beef broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Once the butter has melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a roux. This removes the raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in the beef broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture begins to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Add the soy sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir well to combine and adjust seasonings to taste.
If the sauce is too thick, you can add a splash of water or more beef broth to reach your desired consistency.
Serve the cream sauce warm over freshly made or store-bought meatballs. Pair with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or lingonberry jam for an authentic Swedish experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1231 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.1 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.4 g | 347% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 333 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 2540 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 275 mg | 6% | |
*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.
