Swedish Ikea Meatballs
Transport your taste buds straight to Scandinavia with these iconic Swedish Ikea Meatballs, a comforting classic that’s now easy to recreate in your own kitchen! Made with a perfectly seasoned mix of tender ground beef and pork, these juicy, one-inch meatballs are gently spiced with a hint of allspice for that unmistakable Swedish flavor. The rich, velvety cream sauce—built from a beef broth base and lifted by soy sauce and Dijon mustard—coats the meatballs in a luxurious finish. Pair them with creamy mashed potatoes or buttery egg noodles, and don't forget the essential side of tangy lingonberry jam for an authentic Swedish experience. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is the perfect combination of hearty comfort food and gourmet flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 0.5 lb Ground pork
- 1 small (finely chopped) Yellow onion
- 1 clove (minced) Garlic
- 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Whole milk
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 tsp Ground allspice
- 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Beef broth
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, black pepper, and allspice.
Mix thoroughly using your hands until the ingredients are evenly combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent tough meatballs.
Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a plate or tray and set aside.
In a large skillet or frying pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter with 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the meatballs in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
Remove the cooked meatballs from the pan and set aside. Repeat with the remaining meatballs.
In the same pan, reduce the heat to medium-low and melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly to form a roux.
Slowly whisk in the beef broth, ensuring no lumps form. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.
Add the heavy cream, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard to the pan. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Return the meatballs to the skillet, coating them in the sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes to warm the meatballs and meld the flavors.
Serve the Swedish meatballs hot, ideally with mashed potatoes or egg noodles. For an authentic touch, add a dollop of lingonberry jam on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
817 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.1 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.5 g | 133% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 218 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 1353 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.2 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 82 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 550 mg | 12% | |
*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.
