Actually Gluten Free Swedish Meatballs

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Actually Gluten Free Swedish Meatballs for your weeknight dinner
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs lean ground beef ( no fillers we use grass-fed )
1 lb sausage ( Isernio 's chicken sausage is GF and low fat )
1 cup old-fashioned oatmeal ( Careful to use GF oats )
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce ( Lea and Perrin brand is GF )
2 eggs
3/4 cup milk
1 cup sliced mushrooms ( chopped fine )
2 teaspoons salted butter ( be sure not contaminated with toast crumbs )
1/4 cup oat flour ( made in blender from GF oats )
1 tablespoon arrowroot ( GF )
3 cups water
8 ounces sour cream ( Daisy is GF )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
400
Sugar
2g
Fat
26g
Swedish meatballs have become a beloved comfort food in many households, and this recipe adds a twist to the classic dish by making it gluten-free. Traditionally served with mashed potatoes or lingonberry sauce, this recipe offers a healthier take on the dish by using lean meats and gluten-free ingredients. Enjoy these meatballs as a hearty entree for a weeknight dinner, or as a warm and satisfying meal on a chilly evening.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.In a large bowl, mix ground beef, sausage, oatmeal, sea salt, Worcestershire sauce, eggs, and milk together until well combined.
3.Use a cookie scoop to form meatballs and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4.Bake meatballs in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
5.While meatballs are cooking, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6.Add sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
7.Sprinkle oat flour and arrowroot over mushrooms and stir to combine.
8.Slowly pour in water, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens into a gravy.
9.Reduce heat to low and stir in sour cream.
10.Add meatballs to the skillet and coat evenly with gravy.

PROS

These Swedish meatballs are flavorful and packed with protein.

They are also gluten-free, making them a great option for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.

CONS

This recipe calls for some specialized gluten-free ingredients, which can be more expensive or difficult to find in some locations.

Meatballs can take some time to form and cook, making this recipe a little more time-consuming than some others.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lean ground beef and chicken sausage provide a healthy dose of protein, while gluten-free oats offer a fiber boost.
Mushrooms are a good source of antioxidants and B vitamins, and sour cream adds some healthy fats to the dish. However, this dish is relatively high in fat and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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