Description
Juicy, homemade Swedish Meatballs smothered in a rich, creamy gravy that’s pure comfort in every bite. This cozy, crowd-pleasing dish brings IKEA-style flavors to your kitchen, perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
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1 lb (450g) ground beef
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1/2 cup (60g) breadcrumbs
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1 large egg
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1/4 cup (60ml) milk
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1/3 cup (50g) finely chopped onion
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1/4 cup (15g) finely chopped fresh parsley
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1/4 tsp ground all-spice powder
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp ground black pepper
For the Gravy:
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1/4 cup (60g) butter
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2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
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2 tbsp (16g) all-purpose flour
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2 cups (480ml) beef broth
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1 cup (240ml) heavy cream (or sour cream)
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
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1/4 tsp ground black pepper (adjust to taste)
Instructions
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Prepare the Meatball Mixture: Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, parsley, garlic powder, all-spice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix until smooth.
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Shape the Meatballs: Form even, round meatballs, about 2 spoonfuls each.
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Brown the Meatballs: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Brown meatballs on all sides (7-8 minutes), then set aside.
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Make the Gravy: In the same skillet, heat olive oil, add flour, and cook until golden. Gradually whisk in beef broth and cream until smooth. Stir in Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
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Simmer: Return meatballs to the skillet, coat in gravy, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes. Uncover and let the sauce thicken for 2 more minutes.
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Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice.
Notes
All-spice is key for authentic flavor—don’t skip it.
Handle the meat mixture gently for tender meatballs.
Adjust gravy consistency by adding more broth if too thick.
Substitute sour cream for a tangier gravy variation.
Can be made gluten-free with appropriate substitutions.
Prepare meatballs a day ahead to save time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Plats
- Method: Stovetop (Sauté & Simmer)
- Cuisine: Swedish